During the 'Safe Carnival 2026' operation, deployed under the 'Firmness Plan', 107 incidents were processed in areas with the highest concentration of celebrations over two days. By 5:00 p.m. on Sunday, 19 arrest warrants, 34 transportation orders, 9 for brawls, 7 for criminal substitution, and 4 for disturbing the public order had been issued. Authorities stated that this preliminary report reflects the commitment of security forces to safeguard citizens during one of the country's largest events. On the second day of Carnival, vehicular traffic into the country increased to 116,424 vehicles, while traffic violations rose to 3,713. Additionally, 7 citations were issued and 37 minors were accounted for during control actions. Inter-institutional coordination with emergency services has enabled constant surveillance at high-traffic points to prevent incidents and immediately address any situation that disrupts public order.
Carnaval Security Operation in Colombia: Preliminary Results
Colombian authorities report on security operations during Carnival. Over two days, more than 100 incidents were recorded, dozens of warrants issued, and thousands of traffic violations documented. Authorities emphasize their primary goal is to ensure citizen safety during the massive event.
