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Santo Domingo. Julio López, known for years as “Thebomcinabon” or “Tepón Sinapón, The Best Bartender”, came to the facilities of De Último Minuto to make a cry for help and ask for an opportunity to rebuild his life after falling into addiction.
n” “nLópez, who in the past was recognized for his work as a bartender and for his social initiatives, claims that he currently lives in vulnerable conditions in the vicinity of 17th Avenue in Santo Domingo, without a phone and facing a difficult personal situation.
n” “nDuring an interview, he/she recounted that between the years 2012, 2013, 2014, 2021, and 2022, he/she toured different provinces of the country promoting peace, non-domestic and gender-based violence, as well as tourism and environmental sustainability.
n” “n“Today I am the result of my own ordeal and my own depression,” he/she expressed.
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n” “nThe young man explained that frustration, lack of support, and constant closed doors led him to fall into substance use.
n” “n“When you are a young person knocking on different doors believing you are going to receive support and everything is frustrated, not everyone has the capacity to withstand that emotional blow,” he stated.
López also took advantage of the space to apologize to people he may have wronged during his process of personal deterioration.
n” “n“I am looking to apologize to those I have failed. I am at the disposal of the justice system if I must answer for any debt or commitment,” he indicated.
n” “nLikewise, he called on young people to stay away from drugs, which he defined as “destructive”.
n” “nDuring his social tours, he claims to have met with officials, community leaders, and political representatives in different provinces, promoting messages of peace and social strengthening through the “Miles for Peace” initiative.
n” “nThose who wish to provide help to Julio López can go to the area of 17th Avenue, where he currently stays, because he does not have a phone or a fixed residence.
n” “nA renowned bartender
n” “nBefore his current situation, Julio López achieved recognition in the world of mixology under the name “Thebomcinabon”, being considered by many as a talented bartender. He participated in public activities, performed drink demonstrations, appeared on radio and television programs, and was seen at walks and social events promoting various causes.
Their story, marked by success, social activism, and later addiction, serves today as a wake-up call regarding mental health, social vulnerability, and the need to provide second chances to those seeking to rebuild their lives.
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