Overview

• Jorge Luis Castillo Corzo, 55, was mortally wounded during preparations for a private bout in Las Delicias, Barranca, when a fitted metal spur pierced his femoral artery.
• He was transported to Hospital 7 de Junio but died from massive bleeding, according to local reports.
• Witnesses reported the venue lacked an ambulance and medical personnel, hindering immediate care.
• The incident on Sunday, October 12, was recorded and the video has circulated widely on social media.
• The investigation comes as a 2024 Congress Culture Commission measure recognized cockfights and bullfights as cultural manifestations, intensifying scrutiny of safety compliance.