Athlete Robbed, Shootout Follows: Casco Antiguo Safety Concerns Rise

Panamanian Jiu-Jitsu Athlete Robbed in Casco Antiguo; Safety Concerns Raised Panama City, June 16, 2025 – Panamanian jiu-jitsu athlete David De Obaldía reported a robbery that occurred Saturday night in Casco Antiguo, Panama City. De Obaldía stated that his vehicle was broken into and several technological items he recently acquired were stolen. "Yesterday they broke into my car and stole the equipment I had...microphone, base, things for social media," De Obaldía said. The incident occurred after a minor altercation with a security guard in the area. De Obaldía returned to his car a couple of hours later to find it had been ransacked. "They moved everything and took the equipment," he added. Adding to the concern, De Obaldía reported a shooting that took place later that same night in the Casco Antiguo. "Then a shootout broke out...imagine that," he said, urging caution for those visiting the area, particularly at night. The incident underscores the need for increased security measures in the Casco Antiguo to ensure the safety of residents and visitors alike. De Obaldía's experience serves as a cautionary tale for anyone visiting the area at night.