Overview
- Passersby noticed a suspicious object around 5:40 p.m. outside El Palmero in Paiján and alerted police.
- Bomb-disposal officers from UDEX confirmed the device was a dynamite cartridge, cordoned the area, and removed it safely.
- The National Police opened an investigation and stated they do not rule out extortion targeting event organizers.
- La Bella Luz and the venue owners have not said whether the scheduled show will go ahead.
- Neighbors called for stronger police presence as industry groups report many orchestras paying protection fees to operate.