Driver Released After Killing Passenger While Fleeing Carjacking Attempt in Maipú

A driver in Maipú, Chile, has been released from custody after an incident in which they ran over and killed a passenger while attempting to evade a carjacking ambush, known locally as an encerrona.

The fatal event occurred on Avenida Las Torres. According to reports, the driver performed a maneuver to frustrate an attempted robbery with intimidation, which resulted in the driver striking and killing their companion.

Details of the Incident

The victim was a 32-year-old man who was reportedly a friend of the driver. At the time of the accident, the man was in the process of removing belongings from the vehicle’s trunk.

As the driver attempted to avoid the ambush, the vehicle struck the man, causing fatal injuries. Following the collision, the driver fled the scene.

Legal Proceedings and Investigation

The case was handled by the Public Ministry and Carabineros, specifically involving the Prefectura Santiago-Rinconada and the Police Investigation Section (SIP).

The driver was subsequently released under Article 26 of the Criminal Procedure Code.