Argentina Expels Family of Gang Boss Adolfo Macías to Ecuador

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Argentina Expels Family of Gang Boss Adolfo Macías to Ecuador
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Argentina has expelled the wife and children of Ecuadorean gang leader Adolfo Macías Villamar, known as Fito, back to Ecuador, signaling a tough stance against narco-criminals. Fito escaped from an Ecuadorean prison, sparking a nationwide search and a state of emergency in Ecuador. The move comes amid a wave of gang-related violence and unrest in the country, with the president declaring war on gangs and imposing tough security measures. Despite efforts to regain control, Fito remains elusive, prompting calls for assistance from neighboring Colombia and plans to deport foreign criminals to ease prison overcrowding in Ecuador.

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