How ‘Canteens’ Feed Crime in Brazil’s Prisons
The dismantling of the “canteen mafia,” which controlled food distribution in Rio de Janeiro’s prisons, highlights the growing presence of…
Despite Interventions, Venezuela’s Prison Gangs Thrive
The intervention in yet another Venezuelan prison under criminal leaders’ control highlights the ongoing failure of President Nicolás Maduro’s regime…
Chile’s Arica Port Bust Underscores Role in Bolivian Cocaine Supply Chain
The massive recent seizure of cocaine precursor at Chile’s Arica port underscores its growing role as a trafficking hotspot for…
Turkish Broker for Sanction-Busting Venezuelan Oil Arrested
The arrest of a prominent Venezuelan oil broker in the United States may signal turbulent times ahead for Nicolás Maduro’s…
Earnings From Illegal Gold Hit Record High in Peru
The earnings from Illegally extracted gold in Peru have soared to record levels, fueling criminal organizations while the country debates…
Head of Argentina’s Monos Gang Racks up 160 Years in Sentences
The leader of Argentina’s most notorious criminal group may see another sentence of 25 years added to his tally, although…
Will Costa Rica Follow the Same Criminal Path as Ecuador?
High levels of violence indicate how once-peaceful Costa Rica is feeling the tightening grip of cocaine trafficking. But is the…
Popular Election of Judges in Mexico: Risk of Corruption and Inefficiency
Mexico’s newly approved judicial reform will see over 1,600 federal judges chosen by popular vote, sparking concerns over the judiciary’s…
United States Targets Mexico’s the Línea Gang Over Fentanyl
The United States government has sanctioned members of Mexico’s the Línea criminal group for their involvement in fentanyl trafficking, again…
Two US-Mexico Border Sheriffs, Two Visions on Immigration and Security
It was well after dark in southeastern Arizona, and the temperature had dipped close to freezing. Outside the Cochise County…