Gastón Burlón received two gunshot wounds, one in the chest and another in the head, while he was out for a walk with his family.
Gaston Burlón He is a renowned businessman in the Argentine tourism field and the current president of the Argentine Chamber of Student Tourism (CATE). He is in an “induced coma” after having undergone surgery as a result of being shot twice while he was walking with his family in the northern part of Rio de Janeiro.
The 51-year-old businessman was on vacation with his partner, Nadia Lozasecretary of Salta Tourismand his two children. According to preliminary reports, a GPS detour took them to Morro dos Prazeresa area known to be controlled by the Red Command, the oldest criminal group in Brazil. Authorities are investigating the case while the Argentine community and the tourism sector express their dismay.
Nadia Lozapartner of the official and witness to the event, assured: “He is still in serious condition, in an induced coma, but ‘stable’. These are critical hours”in statements to the press. The operation allowed intracranial pressure to decrease, which is encouraging and represents a slight improvement in the severity of the condition.
The incident occurred in the northern area of Rio de Janeiro when Burlón and his family, following GPS indications, mistakenly entered a dangerous area controlled by the criminal group Vermelho Commando. As they headed towards Christ the Redeemerhis vehicle was hit by gunfire in the Río Comprido neighborhood, close to the community Morro dos Prazeres.
The businessman He received two gunshot wounds, one to the chest and one to the head.. He was rushed to Souza Aguiar Municipal Hospitalwhere he underwent surgery and remains in reserved status. The case is being investigated by the Special Delegation of Support for Tourism (DEAT).
Who is Gastón Burlón: the Argentine who was shot in Rio de Janeiro
Gastón Burlón is an entrepreneur in the field of tourism, he stands out as a key leader in the student segment, a market that generates important economic activity in iconic destinations such as Bariloche. Before assuming the presidency of the Argentine Chamber of Student Tourism (CATE) In December 2023, Burlón played a fundamental role as Secretary of Tourism of Barilochewhere he promoted various strategies to strengthen the city’s positioning as one of the main destinations for graduate trips. Additionally, he led the Argentine Travel and Tourism Association of Bariloche (Aavytuba)consolidating links with travel agencies and service providers.
But his career not only includes contributions to the tourism sector, but also to the sporting and social sphere of their community. He was a club leader United Students of Barilochewhere he promoted sports and cultural activities, reinforcing his commitment to local development. This multifaceted approach and his leadership in different areas have made Burlón an influential figure in the region, recognized both for his professionalism and his dedication to projects that promote tourism and community well-being.
Source: Ambito
