Police Officer Kills Suspect During Pudahuel Operation; Three Others Detained

A police operation in Pudahuel resulted in the death of one suspect and the detention of three other individuals on May 12, 2026, according to reporting from BioBioChile.

The incident occurred in the Pudahuel area, specifically near Camino Noviciado, during a security intervention conducted by Carabineros.

Details of the Police Operation

During the operation, a police officer used a service weapon, resulting in a fatal ballistic impact that killed one of the suspects. The intervention followed an attempt by the suspects to run over the officers involved in the procedure.

In addition to the fatality, Carabineros detained three other individuals. The operation also resulted in damages to state property.

Associated Criminal Charges

The suspects were allegedly involved in a series of serious crimes prior to the confrontation. These include robbery with intimidation and the kidnapping of victims.

Legal classifications associated with the event include attempted homicide and fiscal damages, stemming from the suspects’ actions during the police encounter.

The individuals detained remain in custody as the investigation into the robbery and kidnapping charges continues.