The Doubts Behind Bolivia’s ‘Biggest Cocaine Seizure Ever’
The announcement of a 21-ton seizure of cocaine in Bolivia, if true, reinforces the country’s role as a drug producer…
Italy’s Camorra Moves Into Colombia’s Cocaine Capital
Two high-ranking members of Italy’s Camorra mafia were arrested in Medellín, Colombia, in a multinational operation against cocaine trafficking. Authorities…
Spain Reclaims Position as Cocaine Gateway to Europe
A record 13-ton seizure of cocaine in Spain in mid-October is more evidence that the country has returned as the…
Crime, Drugs, and Violence Top Concerns in Uruguay’s Election
As Uruguayans prepare to vote in the first round of presidential elections on October 27, security has emerged as a…
Ecuador Is Coca Producer Country, Says President Noboa
Ecuador’s president announced unprecedented coca cultivation figures this week, highlighting the country’s role as a fledgling cocaine producer, though uncertainty…
Colombia’s Coca Crops Grew, But Cocaine Production Exploded, Latest Figures Show
Coca crops and cocaine production in Colombia increased during 2023, as the government has stopped forced eradication efforts and concentrated…
Uruguay Faces Rising Threat From Organized Crime
A series of recent criminal activities suggests that organized crime has set its sights on Uruguay and reveals the vulnerabilities…
El Salvador Tops Security Perceptions Survey as Chile, Ecuador Decline
Latin America and the Caribbean continue to be the region with the worst citizen perception of security according to an…
From Gangs to Gatekeepers: Criminal Capital in Durán
Durán’s street gangs are vilified for their current role in violence and criminality in the municipality, but their relationship with…
Narco-Subs Sail the Caribbean
The Caribbean, historically a key region for drug trafficking, has once again become the center of attention with the seizure…