On the Radar: Colombia’s ‘Otoniel,’ Venezuela’s Illegal Miners, and Mexico’s World Cup
What do the latest government moves on illegal mining in Venezuela show? What does Colombia’s sentencing of “Otoniel” mean for…
On the Radar: Alex Saab’s Deportation, Colombian Elections, and Sinaloa Cartel Investigations
Why is the deportation of a key Chavista figure to the US so important? How will Colombia’s elections affect organized…
Venezuela Says It is Fighting Organized Crime. Is It?
Since the capture and extradition of Nicolás Maduro in early January by United States military forces, Venezuelan interim President Delcy…
How AI Illuminated Tren de Aragua’s Money Laundering Methods
Tren de Aragua is currently one of the most infamous criminal organizations in Latin America and one that InSight Crime…
How Tren de Aragua’s Expansion Sparked Financial Evolution
A Tren de Aragua money laundering scheme discovered in Chile highlights how the gang’s transnational expansion has spurred financial evolution.…
InSight Crime’s 2025 Cocaine Seizure Round-Up
As the United States drags the drug war back in time, traffickers are leaping forward, creating new ways of disguising…
New Venezuelan Mining Law Obscures Old Corruption Problems
From Narco-Submarines to Liquid Cocaine: How the Cocaine Market Is Evolving Join us this April 27 for an exclusive event…
On the Radar: Brazil’s ‘Escobar,’ Haiti’s Latest Massacre, and Venezuela’s Former First Lady Under Scrutiny
This week’s On the Radar highlights Haiti’s latest massacre by the Gran Grif gang, the trial of Sérgio Roberto de…
On the Radar: Cocaine Power Shifts and Seizures
Allegations link Colombia’s President Gustavo Petro to drug trafficking, while Venezuela’s regime, and its Cartel of the Suns, process a…
What Does the Exit of Vladimir Padrino López Mean for Organized Crime in Venezuela?
Our 2025 Homicide Round-Up is Now Live.What’s really driving the trends behind the numbers? Join our exclusive event on March…