Major General Ernesto Rodríguez García, director of the National Police, went to La Vega this Saturday to meet agent Rafael Gómez de la Cruz, a member of the SWAT tactical unit, who suffered a gunshot wound during a raid carried out the previous night in Santiago. The visit took place at the Padre Fantino Medical Center, where the agent was receiving specialized care. Afterwards, the director accompanied Gómez de la Cruz to his residence and held a conversation with his family during the recovery process.
Details of the Santiago raid
The operation, carried out by the Regional Subdirectorate of Investigation (DICRIM) in coordination with the SWAT unit, began with judicial order no. 2026-AJ0088600. At 10:48 p.m. the police team arrived at the Ensanche Espaillat area and was fired upon by a man identified as Isaac de Jesús Fernández Reyes, alias “Guccito”, who died during the incident. Agent Gómez de la Cruz was injured while defending the operation.
Institutional support for injured officers
The National Police explained that the visit of the general director is part of the institutional accompaniment offered to officers who are affected in operations. “The presence of the director is a sign of solidarity and recognition of the risk that officers assume on their patrols,” the institution stated.
Reactions and context of the operation
The raid aimed to dismantle an active crime network in the Ensanche Espaillat area. “This operation was a response to community reports about illicit activities in the area,” a DICRIM spokesperson explained. The death of “Guccito” is considered a significant blow to the criminal organization operating in the region.
Impact on the community and families
The agent’s injury caused concern among his colleagues and family, who hoped for a swift recovery. Gómez de la Cruz’s family expressed gratitude for the support received from both the director and other officers. “The solidarity of the National Police is essential to maintain the morale and spirit of the officers,” the agent’s mother commented.
Conclusion and follow‑up
The National Police will continue the investigations of the case, while health services continue providing specialized care to the injured agent. It is expected that the operation will conclude with the identification and capture of those responsible for the attack.
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