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A shocking crime took place in Bayamón, Puerto Rico, leaving a woman shaken and with injuries. On July 2020, Darrel Meléndez-Rivera allegedly attempted to kidnap a woman, leaving her with severe injuries.
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According to the FBI investigation, a couple had withdrawn money from a Banco Popular on Chardón Avenue in San Juan. After dining at a restaurant in Bayamón, the woman walked to a car while her husband paid the bill. That’s when Meléndez-Rivera struck, grabbing the woman and attempting to push her into a van.
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The woman resisted and fell to the ground, screaming for help. Meléndez-Rivera then grabbed the woman’s purse. The van ran over one of the woman’s legs before driving away.
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Darrel Meléndez-Rivera faces charges of attempted kidnapping. If convicted, he faces up to 20 years in prison.
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The case is being prosecuted by Assistant U.S. Attorney Jeanette Collazo of the Violent Crimes and National Security Section. The Federal Bureau of Investigation is in charge of the investigation.
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An indictment is merely an allegation, and all defendants are presumed innocent until proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a court of law. The outcome of this case is yet to be determined.
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The charges against Meléndez-Rivera are a stark reminder of the importance of public safety and the need for effective law enforcement. The Grimy Times will continue to follow this case and provide updates on the outcome.
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Key Facts
- State: Puerto Rico
- Category: Violent Crime
- Source: DOJ Press Release â†â€â€
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