Lomas de Zamora, Buenos Aires – A tragic incident occurred in Lomas de Zamora, a town in the province of Buenos Aires, when a nine-year-old girl, Umma, was fatally shot during a robbery involving her family. Umma was the daughter of an Argentine Federal Police officer, Eduardo Aguilera, who serves on Security Minister Patricia Bullrich’s bodyguard team.
President Javier Milei expressed outrage and vowed to bring the perpetrators to justice, stating, “We are going to find them and we are going to make them pay for the life they took and for the family they destroyed.”
The robbery took place while Officer Aguilera was on his day off, accompanying his wife and daughter. They were intercepted by four armed robbers who demanded their car. A firefight ensued between Aguilera and the assailants, resulting in Umma being struck in the head and hand. Despite being rushed to the hospital, Umma tragically succumbed to her injuries.
Political figures including President Milei, Vice President Victoria Villarruel, and Minister Bullrich all expressed their condolences and pledged support for Umma’s devastated family and the law enforcement community. Additional efforts to address the situation were initiated, leading to the arrest of a suspect connected to the case.
The senseless tragedy has reignited discussions about the need for enhanced security measures and stricter enforcement of laws to combat such criminal activities. The public outcry and official responses reflect a collective determination to seek justice for Umma and her grieving family.
As the authorities continue their efforts to apprehend those responsible, the community mourns the loss of a young life and grapples with the implications of such a devastating incident. The heartbreaking story serves as a sobering reminder of the impact of crime on individuals and communities, fueling calls for proactive measures to prevent similar tragedies in the future.