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A police operation in Rio de Janeiro's Penha favela, aimed at dismantling the Comando Vermelho gang, resulted in Brazil's deadliest raid with at least 121 deaths, but evidence suggests the operation was poorly planned, leaked, and failed to weaken the gang's control, raising questions about police tactics and accountability.
In a major law enforcement operation in San Gabriel Valley, 16 members and associates of the Puente-13 gang linked to the Mexican Mafia were arrested on charges including drug trafficking, kidnapping, and weapons offenses, with extensive seizures of firearms, narcotics, and cash, following a three-year investigation.
Spanish police arrested 13 members of the Venezuelan gang Tren de Aragua across five cities, seizing drugs and dismantling laboratories, as part of an investigation linked to the gang's international activities and its designation as a terrorist organization by the US. The gang originated in Venezuela and has expanded globally amid economic turmoil.
Spanish police arrested 13 suspected members of the Venezuelan Tren de Aragua gang, seized drugs, and dismantled two laboratories in a crackdown linked to the gang, which is designated a terrorist organization by the U.S. and involved in international drug trafficking. The operation followed an investigation triggered by the arrest of the gang leader's brother in Barcelona, highlighting the gang's expansion from Venezuela to Spain and other regions.
The FBI and local authorities dismantled the Weymouth Street Drug Trafficking Organization in Philadelphia, arresting 24 individuals and seizing guns, fentanyl, and other narcotics, in a major operation targeting a gang that operated like a business for over a decade, enforcing territory through violence and threats.
President Donald Trump commuted the life sentences of Chicago gang founder Larry Hoover after lobbying by Kanye West, transferring him from federal to state prison, amid mixed reactions from supporters and prosecutors.
Rapper YoungBoy, also known as NBA YoungBoy, has been arrested in Utah as a suspect in a large-scale prescription fraud ring. The FBI has identified him as the leader of the NBA street gang and his associates as a gang due to their structure, affiliation, and violent behavior. YoungBoy's multimillion-dollar mansion in Weber County was searched, and police found evidence related to fraudulent prescriptions and a gun. He has been booked for investigation of a pattern of unlawful activity, including drug procurement, identity fraud, forgery, possession of controlled substances, and possession of a dangerous weapon by a restricted person. YoungBoy has been on house arrest since October 2021, awaiting trial for a federal firearms charge, and his trial for the federal charge is scheduled to begin on July 15.
The millionaire parents of a teen gang member accused of murdering a 16-year-old in Arizona allegedly helped cover the suspects' tracks, with one suspect's parents owning multiple fitness studios and allegedly taking their son to a lawyer following the attack. The suspects, known as the "Gilbert Goons," have been charged with first-degree murder and kidnapping, with some also facing aggravated robbery charges. Despite widely circulated rumors, one suspect was allowed to play in a football game at his high school less than two weeks after the murder. None of the suspects' parents have been charged in the case.
Jose Ibarra, a Venezuelan migrant charged with the murder of Laken Riley, entered the US and was released on parole despite being linked to the deadly Tren de Aragua gang. He was allowed to roam freely in the country, eventually being arrested for Riley's murder. His brother, Diego, also with ties to the gang, was allowed into the US despite a history of violent behavior. The case highlights oversights in the US immigration system and raises concerns about the potential dangers posed by individuals taking advantage of border policies.
Henry Del Rio has been indicted for first-degree murder and other charges in the 2015 shooting death of Ashlee Berryman outside an Everett nightclub. The shooting occurred during an argument in the parking lot, where Del Rio allegedly fired into a crowd, fatally wounding Berryman and injuring others. Del Rio, associated with the East Side Money gang, is currently in federal custody on a separate case and is expected to face charges in Middlesex County. District Attorney Marian Ryan emphasized the tragedy of Berryman's death and the dangers of firearms on the street.
A jailhouse call has emerged in which Tupac Shakur murder suspect Keefe D discusses a "green light" order with his son, indicating potential criminal activity. Prosecutors allege that the call suggests Keefe was aware of a potential death order for people planning to testify against him, while his lawyers argue that the "green light" is a threat against him and his family. The call is a key piece of evidence in the upcoming trial, where Keefe could face life imprisonment if found guilty of orchestrating Tupac's assassination in 1996. The fiery debate in court revolves around the true meaning behind the conversation and its implications for Keefe's alleged gang connections.
Four individuals, including two adults and two teens, have been arrested in connection to the violent robbery of a teen outside an In-N-Out restaurant in Gilbert. The arrests are the first known in a series of teen-linked violence incidents in the area. The group known as the "Gilbert Goons" is being investigated, and authorities in Gilbert have confirmed nine active investigations involving teen violence with possible links to the group. Additionally, charges have been submitted in connection to the death of a 16-year-old at a Halloween house party, and the Maricopa County Attorney's Office is reviewing the case.
Duane "Keefe D" Davis, a self-confessed gangster and drug dealer charged with the murder of Tupac Shakur, has been granted bail at $750,000, but remains in custody as he needs to pay it. His lawyers are hopeful he can make bail and be released on house arrest. Keefe D has denied being involved in Tupac's murder despite previous confessions, and prosecutors argue that he was the "architect" of the killing. A status hearing has been scheduled for February 20, and his trial is set for June 3.
A wealthy British businessman, Colin Armstrong, and his partner were abducted by 15 men disguised as police officers on his farm in Ecuador. After a five-day ordeal, Armstrong was found on a road in a different province, while his partner was discovered at his son's home wearing a bomb vest. Nine individuals have been arrested in connection with the abduction, and police seized firearms, ammunition, grenades, and other evidence during raids. The abductors are believed to be from the Los Tiguerones gang, although this has not been confirmed.
British millionaire Colin Armstrong, 78, was rescued by Ecuadorian police after being kidnapped by a gang who demanded protection money. The police released a video showing their cars racing to rescue Armstrong, and later raided a farmhouse, confiscating weapons, explosives, vehicles, and drugs. Armstrong's girlfriend, who was also abducted, was found wearing a fake explosive vest. Police suspect she may have been involved in the kidnapping. Nine suspects have been arrested, including one foreigner. The Los Tiguerones gang, linked to the violent Mexican cartel CJNG, is believed to be responsible for the kidnapping. Armstrong's son and daughter expressed relief at his safe release. Ecuador has seen a rise in violence and drug-related crime in recent years.