The disappearance of Carlos Ramón Salazar Lares, a 60-year-old retired engineer from Venezuela, has raised concerns among his relatives and the local community. Salazar Lares was last seen on February 5, driving his gray Mazda sedan.
The disappearance comes after a video surfaced of Salazar Lares recording Alex Saab, a controversial figure accused of money laundering and corruption, entering a store in Margarita. Reports indicate that Salazar Lares’ relatives have removed social media posts about his disappearance and are afraid to speak about the case.
The situation has sparked fear and concern among the community, with one anonymous journalist stating, “This is very ugly, that is an open secret. There is a lot of fear.” The journalist also mentioned that no one wants to talk about the case out of fear.
Alex Saab, who was recently released in Venezuela as part of an agreement between the Maduro government and the United States, has been a controversial figure. Salazar Lares’ disappearance has led to speculation about potential retaliation for the video he recorded.
Authorities have not provided further information on the case, and the community continues to seek answers. The disappearance of Carlos Ramón Salazar Lares has raised alarms and highlighted the challenging environment that journalists and citizens face in Venezuela.