Judicial28 julio 2023 14:25

The video in which policeman Kevin Mercado Guerra murders motorcyclist Erick Melo Solano comes to light

This event generated violent demonstrations and massive robberies in the city of Santa Marta


A shocking video has come to light in the last hours, showing the exact moment in which a young motorcyclist, identified as 24-year-old Erick Melo Solano, lost his life in an incident with the Police in Santa Marta. The video, captured by a security camera, has become a key element in the investigation as the victim's relatives demand justice.

According to what has been shared on social networks, the events occurred during a police procedure on a main street in the city. In the midst of the chase, Melo Solano was apparently the man who was fleeing from the control of the authorities.

The recording shows how two police officers, Julián Andrés Tiria Gálviz, who was driving the motorcycle, and Kevin Mercado Guerra, who was riding the grill, quickly intercepted the young motorcyclist at a Santa Marta intersection. It was at that moment that patrolman Kevin Mercado Guerra apparently fired the fatal shot.




The tragic death of Erick Melo Solano took place on July 14, although the video was released to the public on Friday, July 28. The young man was transferred to a medical center, but due to the seriousness of his injuries, unfortunately, he passed away.

So far, the authorities have not issued an official statement on the incident, which has generated concern and concern among the community and Internet users. Through social networks, many people have asked the authorities to clarify the facts and carry out a thorough investigation to capture those responsible for the murder of the young motorcyclist.

This case generated so much indignation in the city of Santa Marta, that in the middle of the burial of the deceased young man, a large number of criminals took the opportunity to massively rob anyone on the street. Erick Melo Solano's family seeks answers and justice in the face of this painful loss.