{"id":216902,"date":"2026-04-13T07:09:25","date_gmt":"2026-04-13T07:09:25","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/teknomers.com\/en\/junior-de-barranquilla-fans-erupt-in-riots-in-asuncion-paraguay-12-arrested\/"},"modified":"2026-04-13T07:09:27","modified_gmt":"2026-04-13T07:09:27","slug":"junior-de-barranquilla-fans-erupt-in-riots-in-asuncion-paraguay-12-arrested","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/teknomers.com\/en\/junior-de-barranquilla-fans-erupt-in-riots-in-asuncion-paraguay-12-arrested\/","title":{"rendered":"Junior de Barranquilla Fans Erupt in Riots in Asunci\u00f3n, Paraguay: 12 Arrested"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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Those involved were transferred to police stations and placed at the disposal of the Paraguayan judicial authorities. – NPY video capture credit<\/figcaption><\/div>\n

Riots in Asunci\u00f3n Involving Junior de Barranquilla Fans<\/h2>\n

A chaotic scene unfolded in Asunci\u00f3n, Paraguay, as a group of Junior de Barranquilla fans engaged in riots leading to the arrest of 12 individuals. These events took place just prior to the much-anticipated match against Cerro Porte\u00f1o in the Copa Libertadores.<\/p>\n

Timeline of Events<\/h2>\n

The disturbances commenced late Friday night and continued into early Saturday morning, primarily around the Bus Terminal area. This location is typically a gathering point for fans arriving in the country to support their teams.<\/p>\n

First Incident at a Nearby Bar<\/h3>\n

Initial reports from local media, including NPY, indicated that tensions boiled over in a commercial establishment where fans who had traveled by land were involved in a confrontation. The altercation spilled into the streets, prompting police intervention when one officer was kicked in the chest while trying to identify those involved. Reinforced police presence quickly quelled the chaos, resulting in the arrest of seven Colombian fans and one Venezuelan who were subsequently taken to a police station for processing.<\/p>\n

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The excesses included fights in commercial establishments. – credit Illustrative Image Infobae<\/figcaption><\/div>\n

Second Episode of Violence<\/h3>\n

Just hours later, another incident erupted nearby. A fresh wave of disturbances took place on public roads where fans engaged in further violence, prompting the authorities to step in again. According to reports, some of the individuals hurled stones at police officers, leading law enforcement to resort to rubber bullets to regain control. This second clash resulted in additional arrests, raising the total to 12, predominantly Colombian nationals.<\/p>\n

Identifying the Offenders<\/h2>\n

Authorities confirmed that those arrested will face charges in line with Paraguayan law. Notable individuals among the detainees include Yerson Valencia, V\u00edctor Pueblo, Joel Gonz\u00e1lez, Emanuel Doria, and Sneider Carvajal. Furthermore, at least one person sustained injuries during these altercations, although details about their condition remain scarce.<\/p>\n

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Followers of Junior from Barranquilla traveled to Paraguay to accompany the team in the continental tournament. – Colpresa credit<\/figcaption><\/div>\n

Fan Movement and Upcoming Match<\/h2>\n

Reports indicate that the fans involved traveled to Paraguay overland from Colombia to support their team in this international matchup. It is projected that around 500 Junior de Barranquilla supporters will be present for the game, leading to heightened security measures around the stadium and surrounding areas, particularly at transport hubs and commercial sectors.<\/p>\n

Scheduled Match and Security Measures<\/h3>\n

The scheduled encounter between Cerro Porte\u00f1o and Junior de Barranquilla is set for this Tuesday at La Nueva Olla Stadium, commencing at 5:00 PM. In anticipation of the match, local authorities are enforcing reinforced security operations to ensure public safety during the event.<\/p>\n

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The meeting between Cerro Porte\u00f1o and Junior de Barranquilla will be this Tuesday at the La Nueva Olla stadium, starting at 5:00 pm – Junior FC credit<\/figcaption><\/div>\n

Law Enforcement Response<\/h2>\n

The response from law enforcement, particularly the 15th Police Station of Asunci\u00f3n, was crucial in managing the riots. Detainees are currently in custody, pending further judicial proceedings that will determine their charges and consequences.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n


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