Encounter of rival gangs inside a shopping mall, resulting in the eruption of gang violence in Carabanchel.
In the heart of Madrid, a long-standing conflict between the Dominican Don't Play (DDP) and Trinitarios gangs has been escalating, leading to violent confrontations and severe injuries. The tension has been most pronounced in the districts of Carabanchel and Usera.
Recently, the National Police dismantled a cell called the "Coro de los 4 Chorros," one of the most active and violent factions of the DDP. This operation, known as Operation Chorros, resulted in the arrest of eleven members, ten of whom are currently in pretrial detention. They are accused of serious crimes, including attempted murder, illegal possession of firearms, and belonging to a criminal organization.
This police action was triggered by a brutal incident in January 2025, where a 20-year-old Venezuelan named Kevin was mercilessly attacked by the DDP of the 4 Chorros. The attackers used a 'Chilean' pistol (modified) to shoot Kevin, resulting in him being tetraplegic. They also attempted to slit his throat with a bolomachete.
The conflict between the two groups has escalated in the past year, leading to a shootout that left one gang member in a wheelchair. On July 8 and 9, six hooded Trinitarios, including two Hondurans, opened fire on five DDP members who were drinking in the gardens of the Plaza Arbolada. The ensuing shootout resulted in the seizure of an assault rifle and a revolver, both fake; ammunition; machetes, a switchblade, clothing, and literature related to the DDP.
The tension between DDP and Trinitarios in Carabanchel can be traced back to an incident two years ago involving a machete attack in the Islazul shopping center. This escalation reflects the ongoing gang rivalry impacting public safety in Madrid, with law enforcement actively targeting these violent cells to curb further criminal activities.
The charges against the arrested members are the best way to keep gang members off the streets, at least preventively, according to police sources. The operation serves as a reminder of the ongoing efforts to maintain peace and security in Madrid's contested neighborhoods.
| Aspect | Details | |---------------------------|--------------------------------------------------------------| | Gangs involved | Dominican Don't Play (DDP) vs. Trinitarios | | Location | Madrid, mainly Carabanchel and Usera districts | | Recent violent acts | Shootings, machete assaults causing severe injuries | | Operation Chorros | Police dismantling of DDP's "4 Chorros" cell in July 2025 | | Arrests | 11 arrested, 10 in pretrial detention, charged with serious offenses | | Triggering event | January 2025 brutal attack on a non-affiliated young man | | Escalation | Conflict escalated over the past year, leading to shootouts | | Seized items | Assault rifle, revolver, ammunition, machetes, switchblade, clothing, literature |
Fashion trends in Madrid's Carabanchel and Usera districts have taken a backseat as the escalating conflict between the Dominican Don't Play (DDP) and Trinitarios gangs overshadows the city's streets. This violent rivalry, marked by shootings and machete assaults, has prompted politics to address the issue seriously, with Operation Chorros resulting in the arrest of eleven alleged gang members. Meanwhile, the general-news media continues to cover the ongoing crimes and justice efforts in an attempt to keep citizens informed.
