Merchant Rescued After Days in Captivity in Copán

Published on Honduras Daily · Sep 20, 2026 · Originally reported September 20, 2026 by La Prensa

A 50-year-old merchant was rescued alive in a mountainous area of Santa Rita, Copán, after being held for several days by kidnappers who demanded 2 million lempiras (about $80,000).

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Also reported by: Once Noticias

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