In Sight Crime
Tuesday, June 10, 2014 - 09:11
Almost 200 tons of cocaine produced annually in the VRAEM region of Peru are transported by plane to Bolivia and on towards Latin America's principal market of Brazil, an air bridge facilitated by the inability of the region to effectively interdict drug flights.
Tuesday, June 10, 2014 - 08:18
Italian drugdealer, alleged of moving large amounts of cocaine from Peru and Brazil to Europe, was arrested in Lima after two years of investigations. He is suspected to be one of the principal cocaine providers for the 'Ndrangheta's European market.
Tuesday, June 10, 2014 - 08:08
Authorities in Jamaica have reported a 40 percent rise in murders in West Kingston, likely the result of a power vacuum left by the fall of the area's former crime boss, Christopher "Dudus" Coke and a repositioning in the criminal underworld.
Monday, June 9, 2014 - 07:13
The result would likely have been violent confrontations, as have been seen in past eradication campaigns, which would have damaged the government and may well have strengthened the Shining Path.
Wednesday, June 4, 2014 - 07:45
Salazar has thus far demonstrated an impressive ability to evade justice, and it is questionable to what extent his operations in El Salvador will ultimately be affected by the designation.
Tuesday, June 3, 2014 - 06:59
The capture of the Rastrojos members in Atlantico demonstrates the significant local structures the group continues to maintain significant operations.
Tuesday, June 3, 2014 - 06:55
If the MS13 is increasing its presence in Mexico's southern border region, this could be another indication of increasing transnational reach.
Wednesday, January 15, 2014 - 00:00
The security crisis in Michoacan has reached a pivotal moment as Mexico's military attempts to disarm the self-defense militias or vigilantes that have taken over several municipalities.
Wednesday, January 15, 2014 - 00:00
El Salvador's overall 2013 homicide rate fell slightly in comparison to 2012, but the steady rise of recent months has continued in 2014, undermining the gains made as a result of the truce between the country's main gangs.
Monday, December 9, 2013 - 00:00
Despite the numbers, there are signs Colombia continues to be a more important producer than official estimates indicate.