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ASEM Treats Patients from Violent Incident at Zoila Café in Río Piedras

Published Oct 12, 2026, 6:13 PM ASTvia Metro PR

At a glance

  • Five patients were admitted to the Trauma Hospital, with two in critical condition
  • Two patients were discharged

The Medical Emergency Administration of Puerto Rico (ASEM) received seven patients related to a violent incident at Zoila Café in Río Piedras on Sunday, October 11. Five patients were admitted to the Trauma Hospital, where two are in critical condition and three are stable. Two patients were discharged.

'Our medical, nursing, and support staff continue to provide all necessary resources to attend to their condition,'

The patients had gunshot wounds in various parts of the body, including the abdomen, hip, stomach, and lower limbs. ASEM’s medical team activated clinical protocols to provide specialized care. 'Our medical, nursing, and support staff continue to provide all necessary resources to attend to their condition,' said Dr. Regino Colón Alsina, ASEM’s executive director.

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