The City Council is investigating an assault on an official during a union strike called by ADEOMS.
The Departmental Government confirmed this Wednesday that a garbage collection service employee was attacked while attempting to carry out his duties as part of a demonstration organized by the ADEOMS union. The incident occurred near Parque Solari, where workers and union leaders had gathered since early morning, and several municipal trucks were stopped on Gutiérrez Ruiz Street.
Chronology of the incident of assault on a public official
According to the official version released by the Departmental Government, the worker was preparing the truck with a colleague when he was approached by several people who tried to prevent him from continuing his work. At that moment, a verbal exchange ensued, during which the worker expressed his intention to continue working. He was then hit in the back and directly threatened if he continued his work.
The assault was formally reported to Police Headquarters by the officer himself, who also received public support from the City Hall. Mayor Carlos Albisu contacted the victim directly to learn more about what happened and make himself available. It was also announced that the complaint will be expanded in the coming days, given that the incident occurred during work hours and could also constitute an administrative offense.
Administrative investigation for assault on an official on duty
The Municipality announced that an internal administrative investigation will be initiated to identify those responsible for the incident. This investigation will be conducted in parallel with the criminal investigation, which is being conducted by the Police Headquarters and, eventually, by the Public Prosecutor's Office. The objective is to determine whether there were any violations of the law or conduct that warrants disciplinary sanctions within the institutional framework.
Among the available evidence, there are videos recorded by neighbors showing a line of trucks stopped in the Gutiérrez Ruiz area, as well as images of a person attempting to deflate the tire of one of the vehicles. These recordings were incorporated as supplementary evidence in the investigation.
Union context and mobilization in Parque Solari
The ADEOMS protest took place in protest of a Departmental Government resolution related to the dismissal of public employees. In this context, the rally in Parque Solari and the stoppage of garbage collection trucks were organized. The union has not yet issued an official statement regarding the incident reported by the assaulted employee.
Progress of investigations into assault on public official
The case will continue to be investigated on two fronts: internal administrative proceedings, conducted by the Municipality; and criminal proceedings, conducted by the competent police and judicial authorities. It is expected that new testimony and records will be incorporated in the coming days, allowing progress in identifying those involved.
The complaint for assault and threats was filed on the same day as the incident, and the Municipality confirmed that it will remain informed of the progress of the case. The affected official remains in contact with departmental authorities and the appropriate services.
Institutional impact of the case of assault on a public official
The incident occurred during a day of union mobilization, but it has escalated into a situation involving legal and administrative . Departmental authorities have indicated that they will continue monitoring the case and that appropriate measures will be taken once the investigation is completed.
Furthermore, it was indicated that the outcome of the internal investigation will be publicly announced, and that due process will be guaranteed for all parties involved. The Departmental Government reaffirmed that the events that occurred do not alter the operation of the collection service, which continues to operate normally throughout the rest of the country.
