Cracking down on colmadones

[NewsWhore]

National District prosecutor, Alejandro Moscoso Segarra says his department will order the closure of more "colmadones" (corner grocery stores-turned-bars) whose loud music and lingering crowds create major disruptions to life in neighborhoods. Colmadones are being shut down in Villa Juana, Cristo Rey, Villa Francisca, and Ensanche La Paz among others. The prosecutor says that the colmadones have become centers for crime. "Many criminals driving on 'pasolas' (mopeds) are people who have been drinking and then go to make a round to get more money to continue drinking," he told Hoy newspaper. He said his department has information that proves that drugs are being sold and that minors are allowed in the areas surrounding these businesses. Several businesses say they want to reach an agreement with the authorities to stay open.

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