28.06.2026 08:00
The images emerging after the earthquake in Venezuela have sparked significant backlash. Footage shows security forces taking valuables from the rubble, while the death toll from the earthquakes across the country has risen to 1,430 and the number of injured to 3,238. As many countries support the search and rescue efforts, thousands of people are still waiting for hopeful news about their loved ones trapped under the debris.
An image that emerged after the devastating earthquakes in Venezuela on Wednesday has sparked outrage in the country. In images shared on social media, it was alleged that security forces were taking valuable items from the rubble instead of rescuing a person reportedly trapped under the debris.
IMAGES TRENDING ON SOCIAL MEDIA
In the images that quickly generated widespread reactions, uniformed individuals are seen working at the rubble of a collapsed building. Posts alleged that the teams were taking valuable items instead of reaching the person reportedly trapped under the debris. Following the images, many users on social media reacted to the incident, but no official statement has yet been made by authorities regarding the claim.
DEATH TOLL FROM EARTHQUAKE DISASTER RISES TO 1,430
Venezuelan National Assembly President Jorge Rodriguez announced that the number of deaths from the earthquakes in the country has risen to 1,430, and the number of injured to 3,238.
INTERNATIONAL SUPPORT GROWS
Venezuelan Interim President Delcy Rodriguez announced that rescue teams from 10 more countries were on their way to support search and rescue efforts.
Venezuelan Deputy Foreign Minister Oliver Blanco stated that over 1,600 rescue personnel from various countries around the world have arrived in the country to support the efforts following the two major earthquakes, and that 25 more aircraft are expected to arrive in Venezuela within the next 24 hours.
LOOTING INCIDENTS ALSO COME TO LIGHT
While it was reported that looting incidents occurred in some damaged buildings in the most affected state of La Guaira, it was also noted that thousands of people are awaiting news from their relatives trapped under the rubble.
FOOTBALL COMMUNITY IN MOURNING
It was announced that promising 18-year-old Venezuelan national team footballer Yimvert Berroteran, along with young footballers Victor Palacios and Razan Sijaa, lost their lives in the earthquake. Additionally, Zulia team player Hector Bello reported that his partner died during the earthquake.