Three teenagers were detained yesterday after incidents at the Reggaeton Beach Festival Santander, an event organized by Campa de La Magdalena. Allegations involved attacks on local police officers and the possession of drugs. The situation unfolded as law enforcement moved to address violence at the concert venue, and several attendees faced charges tied to the disturbances and illegal substances.
The first arrest occurred around 9:15 p.m. when agents responded to a request from private security on site. Their goal was to separate a youth who had become involved in a confrontation. As officers began the identification process, the young man reacted with aggression toward one of the officers, striking him in the course of the incident. He was briefly detained, and formal action was started on charges related to assaulting the authorities.
About thirty minutes later, authorities observed two more individuals, a 28-year-old man and a 27-year-old woman, attempting to bypass the entrance checks for the festival. When an officer attempted to identify them, the man responded with violence and struck the officer, while the woman reportedly grabbed the officer by the head. The pair initially escaped but were subsequently located at Bikinis Beach and taken into custody. The Local Police noted that the woman faced administrative charges for possession of marijuana, cannabis, and three grams of cocaine.
Meanwhile, a large portion of festival attendees required medical attention at the Marqués de Valdecilla Hospital due to health concerns arising from the event. Preliminary tests for drugs conducted on those affected returned negative results so far, according to official statements. The local police and health authorities continue to review the day’s events to determine any further actions or charges that may be warranted in connection with the disturbances and substance-related issues observed during the festival.
Residents and visitors are reminded of the importance of staying clear of conflicts and reporting any aggressive behavior to event security or local authorities. The incident underscores the ongoing need for careful security planning at large gatherings and for clear guidelines on how to handle confrontations, particularly in crowded venues where rapid actions can influence the safety of attendees and staff. Authorities encouraged anyone with information about the disturbances to cooperate with the ongoing investigation and to seek medical help promptly if any health concerns arise after attending large events like this festival. Local police indicated that additional updates would be provided as investigations progress and more details become available (Local Police).