InSight Crime
Tuesday, January 19, 2016 - 06:38
An investigative report by the Texas Observer last month revived longstanding concerns about US Customs and Border Protection (CBP), calling into question whether the nation’s largest law enforcement agency is effectively combating corruption and infiltration by criminal organizations.
Thursday, January 14, 2016 - 07:54
The capture of Mexico's most wanted fugitive, Joaquín "El Chapo" Guzmán, raises the question if the Sinaloa Cartel's criminal operations will be significantly affected. In short, the answer is: probably not.
Friday, December 18, 2015 - 07:42
Anti-drug authorities in Peru eradicated a record amount of coca in 2015, but this achievement is unlikely to have a major impact on the regional drug trade.
Wednesday, December 16, 2015 - 07:07
In January 2014, InSight Crime reported on a record seizure of suspected illegal gold in Peru. Since then, that case has snowballed; marking a turning point in the modus operandi of illegal gold exports, uncovering what authorities believe is a major criminal network, and threatening to land InSight Crime in court.
Tuesday, December 15, 2015 - 05:31
The infiltration of criminal groups into El Salvador's security forces is a serious and ongoing threat, according to the government, and is contributing to record levels of violence experienced in the past year.
Monday, December 14, 2015 - 06:42
Mexico President Enrique Peña Nieto has put forth two new initiatives aimed at combating kidnapping and torture, but local conditions may hinder any eventual implementation.
Monday, December 14, 2015 - 06:23
In the last two decades, Honduras has seen a significant increase in gang membership, gang criminal activity, and gang-related violence. The uptick in violence has been particularly troubling. In 2014, Honduras was considered the most violent nation in the world that was not at war.
Friday, December 11, 2015 - 07:04
El Salvador's human rights ombudsman has presented findings on abuses reportedly committed by state security forces, noting an increase in police misconduct while at the same time appearing to downplay their actions.
Wednesday, December 9, 2015 - 06:02
Six members of the U.S. House of Representatives have sent a letter to legislators in El Salvador urging them to elect a new Attorney General, highlighting the issue of U.S. influence over local efforts to tackle corruption and impunity in Central America.
Tuesday, December 8, 2015 - 07:01
A former national judge from Honduras' special court system designed to handle high profile cases against gangs and members of organized crime has been found guilty for accepting a bribe, a positive sign that the country's Attorney General's Office is starting to purge the judicial system.