Costa Rican congressman Gerald Bogantes removed a video depicting the recent explosion in Crucitas following public criticism. The controversy stemmed from viewers perceiving a smile on Bogantes’ face while filming the aftermath of the incident. He subsequently defended his reaction during a legislative session, though the specifics of his defense were not detailed in the report. The video’s removal indicates a sensitivity to public perception regarding appropriate responses to tragedy. The incident has sparked debate about the lawmaker’s conduct and the portrayal of disaster response by public officials. The original footage showed the scene of the explosion, but it was the lawmaker’s demeanor that drew significant attention and ultimately led to the video being taken down.