San José, Costa Rica is facing a growing crisis of homelessness, with thousands living on the streets. Many individuals struggling with severe substance abuse issues have taken refuge in abandoned buildings. These derelict properties have been exploited by criminal organizations as sites for drug sales and consumption. *La Nación* newspaper gained access to five abandoned buildings—dubbed “bunkers”—recently investigated by the Municipal Police. The situation highlights significant urban decay and social abandonment within the capital city. Police intervention seeks to address the illegal activities, but the root causes of homelessness and addiction remain a challenge. These abandoned spaces have become symbols of the city’s struggles with poverty and crime.