标签： Dominican Republic

In a significant crackdown on illegal activities, the Cibao Central Regional Directorate of the National Police, led by General Jiménez Reinoso, has seized more than 1,700 motorcycles in Santiago over the past 30 days. The operations, aimed at enhancing public safety, targeted various violations, including lack of proper documentation, involvement in illegal racing, and tampering with chassis and license plates. Additionally, authorities confiscated firearms, knives, and controlled substances, suggesting that some motorcyclists were engaged in criminal behavior. Notably, over 20 of the seized motorcycles have been returned to their rightful owners after being reported stolen. The National Police has urged motorcycle owners to ensure their documents are up to date and to adhere to legal requirements to avoid complications and contribute to community safety.

Several regions across the Dominican Republic, including Elías Piña, San Juan, Dajabón, Santiago Rodríguez, Azua, Santiago, Hato Mayor, Monte Plata, El Seibo, and San Pedro de Macorís, are bracing for moderate to heavy downpours, thunderstorms, and gusty winds today. The Dominican Meteorological Institute (Indomet) has attributed these weather conditions to a trough, with precipitation expected to commence in the afternoon and persist into the evening. Despite the rainfall, temperatures are forecasted to remain high, ranging from 21°C to 23°C at their lowest and soaring between 33°C and 35°C at their peak. In light of these conditions, the Meteorological Service has issued advisories urging the public to stay hydrated, wear lightweight and light-colored clothing, and minimize exposure to direct sunlight, particularly between 11:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m., to mitigate the risks associated with the intense heat and humidity.

In a shocking development, the Public Prosecutor’s Office in Santiago, Dominican Republic, has requested 18 months of pretrial detention for eleven officers from the National Police’s Central Directorate of Criminal Investigation (Dicrim). The officers are accused of orchestrating the planned execution of five men in a Santiago square on September 10, 2025. The prosecution has also sought a declaration of complexity for the case, citing the gravity of the crime and the high rank of the accused as reasons for the maximum investigation time.

In a significant step toward fostering closer ties with the Dominican Republic’s citizens, the National Police has reaffirmed its commitment to enhancing public trust and pride in its role. Major General Ramón Antonio Guzmán Peralta, the institution’s director, emphasized the Police’s unwavering dedication to safeguarding the public, upholding individual rights, and delivering essential services. Speaking at the inauguration of a new police station at the El Seibo exit toward Hato Mayor, Guzmán Peralta highlighted the government’s robust support in modernizing law enforcement infrastructure. This includes the construction of new stations, the provision of advanced vehicles and technology, and comprehensive training programs. Additionally, the government conducts weekly inspections across the country to ensure operational efficiency and responsiveness. President Luis Abinader personally oversees these sessions at the Police Palace, addressing progress, needs, and public concerns. During the ribbon-cutting ceremony, Guzmán Peralta expressed gratitude to God, President Abinader, Central Romana company, and Ángel De La Cruz for their contributions to the state-of-the-art facility, which has garnered widespread satisfaction among the local community.

In a recent critique of legislative changes, former Vice President Rafael Alburquerque voiced strong opposition to a Senate amendment to the Labor Code, which mandates a 10% tip on food deliveries. Alburquerque argued that this law would impose additional financial burdens on consumers while simultaneously undermining the earnings and benefits of delivery workers.

The Dominican Republic is on the brink of losing its most promising coffee harvest in a decade, jeopardizing over RD$6 billion in potential income for coffee-producing families. This year, farmers anticipate producing more than 300,000 quintals of coffee—the highest yield since 2013—coinciding with historic highs in international coffee prices, where a quintal is valued at RD$21,500. However, a severe labor shortage threatens to derail this economic boon. In the southern region alone, producers expect over 120,000 quintals, but many fear the crop could spoil due to insufficient workers for harvesting. Traditionally reliant on Haitian laborers, farmers now face restrictions that have left them without viable alternatives. Compounding the crisis, heavy rains in October have accelerated the ripening process, heightening the urgency. Producers are criticizing the government for its inaction, highlighting that neither the Dominican Coffee Institute (INDOCAFE) nor the Ministry of Agriculture has implemented contingency measures. ‘Every pound of coffee that falls to the ground represents 21 pesos lost forever,’ lamented one grower, warning that without immediate intervention, this golden opportunity for rural communities could turn into an economic disaster.