{"id":13408,"date":"2026-05-18T17:00:00","date_gmt":"2026-05-18T22:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/expat-times.com\/panama\/?p=13408"},"modified":"2026-05-18T09:25:27","modified_gmt":"2026-05-18T14:25:27","slug":"panama-city-authorities-dismantle-illegal-bar-in-condado-del-rey","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/expat-times.com\/panama\/crime-safety\/panama-city-authorities-dismantle-illegal-bar-in-condado-del-rey\/","title":{"rendered":"Panama City Authorities Dismantle Illegal Bar in Condado del Rey"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>A clandestine bar operating in <strong>Panama City<\/strong>&#8216;s Condado del Rey neighborhood has been shut down. The <a href=\"https:\/\/mupa.gob.pa\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><strong>Panama City<\/strong> Mayor&#8217;s Office<\/a> carried out the operation following multiple complaints from local residents. Officials confirmed the dismantling on Thursday.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The establishment was located in the <a href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Betania,_Panama\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Betania Corregimiento<\/a> and was run by individuals of Asian origin. Authorities from the Directorate of Permits and Compliance led the inspection. They found the business operating without any operational notice or proper licenses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<iframe src=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/embed?pb=!1m18!1m12!1m3!1d3940.3244437873777!2d-79.52770921469799!3d9.034139317892244!2m3!1f0!2f0!3f0!3m2!1i1024!2i768!4f13.1!3m3!1m2!1s0x8faca82ecba1a171%3A0x228bd494a3de302b!2sCondado%20Del%20Rey%2C%20Panama%20City%2C%20Panam%C3%A1%20Province!5e0!3m2!1sen!2spa!4v1779114131284!5m2!1sen!2spa\" width=\"600\" height=\"450\" style=\"border:0;\" allowfullscreen=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer-when-downgrade\"><\/iframe>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Violations Discovered During Inspection<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Inspectors uncovered several serious infractions at the site. The bar lacked permits for <a href=\"https:\/\/www.oas.org\/en\/sms\/cicte\/documents\/illicit-alcohol.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">illicit alcohol sales<\/a> and had failed to meet tax obligations. These violations prompted an immediate intervention by municipal authorities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>During the raid, officials seized merchandise, cases of beer, and sound equipment. The operation stands as one of the most significant enforcement actions taken by the current municipal administration. No incidents were reported during the procedure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p>&#8220;We responded directly to the concerns raised by Condado del Rey residents. This establishment was operating completely outside the law, without any permits or tax compliance.&#8221; [Translated from Spanish]<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p>The operation involved multiple agencies working together. Units from the National Police, the Municipal Police, and compliance inspectors all participated. Their coordinated effort ensured the bar was shut down without any problems.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Ongoing Enforcement Campaign<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>City officials have pledged to continue these inspections across the capital. They are targeting establishments that operate outside current regulations. The <a href=\"https:\/\/expat-times.com\/panama\/technology\/panama-city-launches-digital-vehicle-circulation-permit\/\" rel=\"internal\"><strong>Panama City<\/strong> Mayor<\/a> has made regulatory compliance a priority for the administration.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Residents in the area had filed multiple complaints before the operation. Their reports alerted authorities to the alleged irregularities inside the establishment. This community vigilance played a key role in the enforcement action.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The crackdown sends a clear message to other unlicensed businesses. Municipal inspectors will continue their sweeps in various sectors of the capital. They are looking for any establishment violating the law.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Authorities encourage citizens to report suspicious operations. The mayor&#8217;s office has set up channels for anonymous tips. 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The Panama City Mayor&#8217;s Office carried out the operation following multiple complaints from local residents. Officials confirmed the dismantling on Thursday. The establishment was located in the Betania Corregimiento and was run by individuals of Asian origin. 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