A high-speed chase through the streets of the Bronx, New York, ended with the arrest of several suspects in connection with a train hijacking in Venezuela.
According to authorities, the Tren de Aragua, a passenger train in Aragua, Venezuela, was hijacked on Monday. The hijackers, believed to be members of the Venezuelan National Guard, held passengers and crew hostage, demanding food and other supplies.
The hijacking prompted an international investigation, with authorities in the United States and Venezuela working together to track down the suspects.
On Wednesday, the suspects were spotted in the Bronx, New York, by a police officer who recognized their distinctive uniforms. A high-speed chase ensued, with the suspects fleeing through the streets in a stolen car.
The chase ended when the suspects crashed into a parked car, disabling their vehicle. The occupants, including several members of the Venezuelan National Guard, were arrested and taken into custody.
The suspects, who were identified as Miguel Angel Morales, 31, and Luis Enrique Figueroa, 29, were charged with hijacking, kidnapping, and other crimes. Authorities believe they were part of a larger group involved in the hijacking of the Tren de Aragua.
The investigation is ongoing, with authorities working to identify and apprehend any remaining suspects. The motive behind the hijacking remains unclear, but authorities suspect it may have been linked to a dispute over control of the train’s cargo.
The incident highlights the ongoing challenges faced by Venezuelan authorities in maintaining law and order in the country. The Tren de Aragua hijacking is just the latest in a string of high-profile crimes in Venezuela, which has seen a surge in violence and crime in recent years.
The international community has expressed concern over the situation in Venezuela, with many countries calling for greater efforts to address the country’s crisis. The hijacking of the Tren de Aragua has sparked a new wave of concern, with authorities in the United States and Venezuela working together to bring the perpetrators to justice.
