An Argentine Army soldier was apprehended at the Los Libertadores border crossing shortly after Chilean customs officials discovered that he was trying to cross the border with two undeclared sub-caliber mortar projectiles. The incident occurred on Sunday morning during a routine check by the National Customs Service, which led to the discovery of the military material hidden in a metal box that had not been declared, valued at approximately 500,000 pesos.

Following the discovery, customs officials notified the public prosecutor's office, which ordered the intervention of the Special Police Operations Group (GOPE) of Carabineros to collect the evidence. The soldier, identified by his initials C.D.M. and who is 39 years old, was detained at the scene. Sources from the Argentine Army confirmed to Clarín that the confiscated material was part of an unauthorized attempt to carry arms across the border, raising concerns about military regulations and cross-border security measures.

This incident not only highlights the challenges faced by border security forces in monitoring illegal activities but also raises questions about the oversight of military personnel when it comes to the transportation of potentially dangerous material. The situation could lead to repercussions for the soldier involved, as well as broader discussions on military conduct and collaboration between neighboring nations in policing their borders.