Park Lighting Damage – November 11 Incident
- Barranquilla's November 11 park has experienced a surge in vandalism and theft, most recently with the theft of public lighting, impacting the park's safety and accessibility.
- On September 9, 2025, the mayor's Office of Barranquilla announced via Twitter that vandals stole 22 luminaires and 18 reflectors from the November 11 Park.
- We regret to inform that the public lighting of the November 11 Park was Hurtado, for a total of 22 luminaires and 18 stolen reflectors.
Vandalism and Theft Plague November 11 Park in Barranquilla
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Barranquilla’s November 11 park has experienced a surge in vandalism and theft, most recently with the theft of public lighting, impacting the park’s safety and accessibility. The park, delivered to the community in 2018, has been repeatedly targeted, raising concerns among residents and city officials.
Recent Lighting Theft
On September 9, 2025, the mayor’s Office of Barranquilla announced via Twitter that vandals stole 22 luminaires and 18 reflectors from the November 11 Park. This act of theft has left the park in darkness until repairs can be made, diminishing security and limiting public enjoyment.
We regret to inform that the public lighting of the November 11 Park was Hurtado, for a total of 22 luminaires and 18 stolen reflectors.
We ask for citizen awareness: theft affects everyone’s security and enjoyment. The park will be dark to new intervention. pic.twitter.com/3Tela3cBLq
– Mayor’s Office of Barranquilla (@alcaldiabquilla) September 9, 2025
History of Vandalism
The November 11 Park, located between Race 54 and Streets 54 and 58, has been identified as a hotspot for vandalism. In 2023, Zona Cero reported that the park was among the most frequently vandalized public spaces in barranquilla. The ongoing issues suggest a pattern of purposeful damage and theft.
Community Impact and Concerns
The repeated incidents of vandalism and theft at November 11 Park raise significant concerns for the local community. The lack of lighting not only creates a safety hazard but also discourages residents from utilizing the park for recreation and social activities. The Mayor’s Office has appealed for citizen awareness and cooperation in preventing further incidents.