DEA case exposes deep links between Mexico's Sinaloa Cartel and Chinese organized crime
An investigation shed light on a scheme that aimed to launder over $50 million through an underground bank
Fentanyl Production in Mexico Moves up North as Some Cartels Seek to Put an End to It: Report
InSight Crime detailed how the Chapitos faction of the Sinaloa Cartel are cracking down on fentanyl production amid government pressure
Former Honduran President Juan Orlando Hernández is Convicted of Aiding Drug Traffickers
Hernández had been accused of taking millions of dollars in bribes to enable cocaine trafficking into the United States
Former Honduran President Starts Trial in the U.S., Accused of Running a 'Narco-State
Juan Orlando Hernández has also been accused of accepting millions in bribes from drug traffickers
What Is 'Money Badger'? The U.S. Secret Operation to Build Drug-Trafficking Cases Against Venezuelan Leaders
According to media reports, authorities knew from the beginning that the actions were arguably violating international law
Argentina Cracks Down on Ecuadorian Drug Gang's Relatives
The wife and three children of "Fito" Macías were in a gated community in the province of Córdoba
Who Are Los Choneros, the Sinaloa Cartel-Affiliated Group at the Center of Ecuador's Narco-Violence?
The South American country is a breeding ground for confrontation between local gangs linked to regional cartels, analysts say
Crisis in Ecuador: Three Keys to Understanding the Political Unrest and Surge in Violence
President Noboa declared an "internal armed conflict" on Tuesday, but the country has been on a slippery slope for years; this is how we got here
Ecuador Detains 29 People Including Judicial Chief As Part Of Drug Trafficking Investigation
The detention took place after the judiciary council, alongside the houses of judges, prosecutors and police officers, were raided on Thursday morning by 900 prosecutors and police officers.
Head Of Security For 'Los Chapitos' Cartel Is Arrested In Mexico
The cartel has been accused of playing a key role in the trafficking of fentanyl across the U.S. southern border
Exclusive: Journalist Ioan Grillo on Covering Mexican Cartels, Crime and the Fentanyl Crisis
Grillo discussed the wide of topics he covers, among them the smuggling of weapons to the U.S. and how drug trafficking has changed through the years
Son Of Drug Lord 'El Chapo' Pleads Not Guilty To Drug And Money Laundering Charges
Ovidio Guzmán López pleaded not guilty to the charges through a translator in a courtroom session that extended for 15 minutes.
Mexico Extradites Son of 'El Chapo' Guzmán to the US on Drug Trafficking Charges
The US Attorney General confirmed the extradition saying this action is the most recent step in the Justice Department's effort to attack every aspect of the cartel's operations.
Bolivia Acknowledges Its Transformation From Cocaine Transit Hub To Production Center
Breaking with the past narrative of minimal cocaine production, Bolivia now aggressively tackles the issue, notably targeting labs in the Chapare region.
Cocaine Hidden In Surfboards, Sniffer Dogs Alert Uruguay Cops
International drugs ring smuggled cocaine in surfboards, but sniffer dogs alerted Uruguay police and helped in catching suspects.
Mexico Wants To Recover $700 Million From Former Security Official Genaro Garcia Luna On Trial In US
Mexican President Andrés Manuel López Obrador is intent on recovering millions of dollars from former security official Genaro Garcia Luna.
Notorious Colombian Drug Cartel Leader Dairo Antonio Usuga David Enters Guilty Plea Deal
The leader of one of Colombia’s largest paramilitary groups, Dairo Antonio Usuga David has pleaded guilty to charges of drug trafficking.
Gustavo Petro Government Announces Plans To Reduce Forced Eradication Efforts To Curb Coca
The Colombian National Police announced on Tuesday a reduction of coca crop eradication for this year, as the administration of Gustavo Petro continues its shift in its anti-drug policies.
‘Missing’ Cartel Hitman 'La Barbie' Could Be Key Witness As Mexico’s Top Cop Faces Corruption Charges In US
A convicted cartel hitman could be a key witness in Genaro García Luna’s trial but has mysteriously disappeared from federal custody since November 2022.
Former Mexican Official Under US Trial For Allegedly Accepting Bribes From El Chapo's Sinaloa Cartel
Mexico’s former top security official Genaro García Luna faced trial in the U.S. on Tuesday for allegedly accepting millions of dollars in bribes from El Chapo’ Sinaloa cartel.
2 Suspected Drug Traffickers Killed In Shootout With Federal Agents Near Puerto Rico
Two alleged drug traffickers were killed in Puerto Rico on Sunday after they found themselves clashing against government authorities in the area, trading gunfire during a chase.
Mexico Halts Extradition Of ‘El Chapo’ Son To US As 29 Killed During His Arrest
Mexico has stalled the extradition of the son of infamous cartel leader “El Chapo” after 29 people were killed in an arrest operation.
Colombian Government To Start Military Operations Against Armed Groups In Border Areas
The Colombian government announced on Monday their plans to start a military offensive on its border cities and states to address the illegal armed groups and drug trafficking in the area.
Honduras Declares State Of Emergency Over Gang-Related Crimes, Extortion
Honduran President Xiomara Castro declared a state of emergency on Friday after an increasing amount of gang-related extortion crimes has left citizens scared and restless.
Drug Smugglers Involved In Deadly Puerto Rico Gunfight That Killed One Agent Charged
Three alleged drug smugglers in Puerto Rico were charged with drug trafficking on Friday after they had participated in a firefight with U.S. authorities that ended up killing two people and injuring two others.
Gunmen Attack Police In Mexico's Guanajuato As Several Killed, Injured
Several people were killed after an armed group sparked a firefight with police after they attacked a police station in the north-central state of Guanajuato on Sunday.
Women Allegedly Try To Traffic Cocaine In Their Wigs, Vagina, Arrested At Separate Colombia Airports
Two women from South America were busted smuggling packed and sealed cocaine sewn into their wigs and hidden within their genitals.
Dominican Drug Lord Called 'The Abuser' Pleads Guilty To Drug Trafficking Charges In US Federal Court
Dominican drug lord César Emilio Peralta Adamez pleaded guilty to drug trafficking charges in U.S. federal court, authorities said Monday.
Wives Of Flores Twins Who Flipped El Chapo, Helped DEA Incriminate Drug Lord Did Not Have Immunity, Judge Rules
The wives of twin Chicago drug traffickers, the Flores brothers, were denied immunity from prosecution on Tuesday
Nine Arrested In Biggest Drug Trafficking Raid In Portugal
Nine people were reportedly arrested from Operation Tropic Fruit in Portugal in 55 locations throughout Lisboro and Porto.