COCO, GUANACASTE, COSTA RICA – MARCH 7, 2026 Man was murdered in the Carrillo canton. The incident occurred around 4:30 in the morning directly on the main avenue, which is the busiest road to the beach in the Playas del Coco area. This street is the center of local commerce and nightlife, with many bars and restaurants frequently visited by tourists.
According to CCTV records, he was fleeing on his motorcycle from a car that was chasing him. When it hit him, he fell down from his motorcycle. Several gunmen immediately jumped out of the car and shot at him more than 40 times. The motive for the attack and the identity of the victim are subject to an ongoing investigation.
