Several officials from Venezuela’s Criminal Investigations Corps (Cicpc) have been arrested and expelled from the force after being accused of appropriating money discovered amongst the debris in La Guaira following the recent devastating earthquake. The Cicpc itself described the actions of the officers as “reprehensible.” This incident occurs as the official death toll from the double earthquake continues to rise, currently standing at 1,943 people. The theft undermines ongoing relief efforts and fuels concerns about corruption during the disaster response. Authorities have not disclosed the amount of money involved, but confirmed a full investigation is underway. The arrests signal an attempt to address internal misconduct amidst the widespread tragedy. The situation highlights the challenges of maintaining integrity during large-scale emergencies.