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Epoch Times
11-06-2025
- Epoch Times
Mexican Cartels Are Recruiting Former Colombian Soldiers: Mexican Security Chief
The head of Mexico's Secretariat of Security and Citizen Protection (SSPC), Omar García Harfuch, said a pattern of organized crime to recruit former Colombian military personnel has been detected in Mexico. Harfuch said on June 10 that on May 29, Mexican Army personnel detained 17 people in the municipality of Los Reyes, Michoacán. Five were Mexicans and 12 were Colombian nationals—nine former soldiers and three civilians with military training in the use of weapons.
Daily Mirror
22-05-2025
- Daily Mirror
Gangsters found to be using Musk's Starlink internet behind bars after shootout
Authorities in Mexico found a massive haul of contraband following a shootout between inmates at Aguarato prison in Culiacán including firearms, improvised explosives, drugs and a Starlink satellite internet modem Guns, drugs and a Starlink satellite internet modem were all found alongside a hidden underground tunnel in a Mexican prison following a shootout between inmates. The contraband was discovered by federal and state authorities at Aguarato prison in Culiacán. The seizure led to the discovery of 42 mobile phones, 22 radios and several firearms. Included in the guns were five AK-47s, 14 pistols and a hand grenade, among other improved explosive devices. A Starlink satellite internet modem was also found, used for the service owned by Elon Musk's SpaceX. The Secretariat of Security and Civilian Protection (SSPC) said on X (formerly Twitter) that it arrived at the prison after receiving reports of gunshots at around noon on Wednesday. Two armed helicopters were reportedly called to the scene to assist in monitoring the situation. The public were asked to avoid the area following the incident. The SSPC said no injuries or deaths had been reported following the event. Local outlets reported that at least five loud explosions could be heard from inside the prison, with witnesses claiming gunshots went on for over half an hour. It was also said that six units of the prison, as well as the courtyard, were involved in the confrontation and individuals were seen shooting from the top of the prison buildings. Working alongside the police, the government agency found a tunnel that was reportedly still under construction. It was said to be five metres deep and 15 metres long, with the body confirming it is intended to be put out of use. Pictures released by the SSPC showed a tunnel entrance with metal reinforcements and a makeshift ladder running down into the passage. A portion of the drugs seized was suspected to be cocaine, with 181 doses being found, while 141 doses of what was thought to be cannabis were also secured. Surveillance patrols around Aguarato prison after the incident saw three vehicles being seized. Two of the cars had guns inside them, with one of the vehicles having previously been reported as stolen. A pickup truck with gunshot holes was also seized after it was found parked in an alley. However, the truck had reportedly not been registered as stolen. The SSPC said a thorough review of the facility was underway following the shootout. The operation was conducted alongside several bodies including the Secretariat of National Defense, the National Guard and the Navy. Several raids have been carried out at the prison so far this year, with more than half a million pesos in cash being found during a seizure on May 5. The raid also saw nearly 900 doses of cannabis, 163 knives and 86 mobile phones being secured, alongside 10 modems and other devices for mobile internet.
Yahoo
18-03-2025
- Yahoo
FBI extradites ‘Ten Most Wanted' list fugitive from Mexico: Patel
(The Hill) – The FBI extradited one of the 'Ten Most Wanted' list fugitives, an alleged key leader of international criminal gang MS-13, from Mexico. Related video: Senate confirms Kash Patel as FBI director. FBI Director Kash Patel said Francisco Javier Roman-Bardales, a Salvadoran national, was extradited on Monday night and is being transported to the U.S. The federal law enforcement agency worked with the Department of Justice (DOJ) and 'other interagency partners.' 'He was arrested in Mexico and is being transported within the U.S. as we speak, where he will face American justice,' Patel said in a Tuesday morning post on social platform X. Patel touted the extradition as a 'major victory both for our law enforcement partners and for a safer America.' 'Thank you to our brave personnel for executing the mission,' Patel wrote. 'And thank you to Mexico's SSPC and FGE teams for their support of the FBI in this investigation and arrest,' referring to the Secretariat of Security and Civilian Protection (SSPC), Mexico's government agency tasked with supervising public safety and security. Mexican authorities said they arrested Roman-Bardales, 47, Monday in Veracruz, Mexico, on the Teocelo-Baxtla highway. In a joint statement from the from the Mexico's Defense Ministry, Navy, Office of Attorney General, the National Guard and the SSPC, Roman-Bardales was informed of his arrest, his legal rights were read out to him and he was transferred to Mexico City, 'where he will be taken to the appropriate authority, where he will subsequently be deported to the United States where he is wanted.' Parents of missing US student ask that she be declared dead The fugitive was wanted by the FBI for his alleged involvement with MS-13's operations in both Mexico and the U.S. He was charged with 'several offenses' over his supposed role in 'ordering numerous acts of violence against civilians and rival gang members, as well as his role in drug distribution and extortion schemes in the United States and El Salvador,' according to FBI. U.S. District Court Eastern District of New York issued an arrest warrant for Roman-Bardales on Sept. 22, 2022 after being charged with 'Conspiracy to Provide and Conceal Material Support and Resources to Terrorists; Narco-Terrorism Conspiracy; Racketeering Conspiracy; and Alien Smuggling Conspiracy.' The FBI was offering up to $250,000 for information leading to Roman-Bardales' arrest. The agency website was updated to list him as 'captured.' The Trump administration last month designated MS-13, which is believed to have originated in Los Angeles in the 1980s, along with Venezuelan gang Tren de Aragua and half a dozen Mexican cartels as terrorist organizations. The Hill has reached out to the DOJ for comment. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
18-03-2025
- Yahoo
FBI extradites '10 Most Wanted' list fugitive from Mexico: Patel
The FBI extradited one of the 'Ten Most Wanted' list fugitives, an alleged key leader of international criminal gang MS-13, from Mexico. FBI Director Kash Patel said Francisco Javier Roman-Bardales, a Salvadoran national, was extradited on Monday night and is being transported to the U.S. The federal law enforcement agency worked with the Department of Justice (DOJ) and 'other interagency partners.' 'He was arrested in Mexico and is being transported within the U.S. as we speak, where he will face American justice,' Patel said in a Tuesday morning post on the social platform X. Patel touted the extradition as a 'major victory both for our law enforcement partners and for a safer America.' 'Thank you to our brave personnel for executing the mission. And thank you to Mexico's SSPC and FGE teams for their support of the FBI in this investigation and arrest,' Patel wrote, referring to the Secretariat of Security and Civilian Protection (SSPC), Mexico's government agency tasked with supervising public safety and security. Mexican authorities said they arrested Roman-Bardales, 47, Monday in Veracruz, Mexico, on the Teocelo-Baxtla highway. According to a joint statement from the Mexican Defense Ministry, Navy, Office of Attorney General, the National Guard and SSPC, Roman-Bardales was informed of his arrest, his legal rights were read out to him and he was transferred to Mexico City, 'where he will be taken to the appropriate authority, where he will subsequently be deported to the United States where he is wanted.' The fugitive was wanted by the FBI for his alleged involvement with MS-13's operations in both Mexico and the U.S. He was charged with 'several offenses' over his supposed role in 'ordering numerous acts of violence against civilians and rival gang members, as well as his role in drug distribution and extortion schemes in the United States and El Salvador,' according to the FBI. The U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of New York issued an arrest warrant for Roman-Bardales on Sept. 22, 2022, after he was charged with 'conspiracy to provide and conceal material support and resources to terrorists; narco-terrorism conspiracy; racketeering conspiracy; and alien smuggling conspiracy.' The FBI was offering up to $250,000 for information leading to Roman-Bardales's arrest. The agency website was updated to list him as 'captured.' The Trump administration last month designated MS-13, which is believed to have originated in Los Angeles in the 1980s; the Venezuelan gang Tren de Aragua; and half a dozen Mexican cartels as terrorist organizations. The Hill has reached out to the DOJ for comment. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
The Hill
18-03-2025
- The Hill
FBI extradites ‘Ten Most Wanted' list fugitive from Mexico: Patel
The FBI extradited one of the ' Ten Most Wanted ' list fugitives, an alleged key leader of international criminal gang MS-13, from Mexico. FBI Director Kash Patel said Francisco Javier Roman-Bardales, a Salvadoran national, was extradited on Monday night and is being transported to the U.S. The federal law enforcement agency worked with the Department of Justice (DOJ) and 'other interagency partners.' 'He was arrested in Mexico and is being transported within the U.S. as we speak, where he will face American justice,' Patel said in a Tuesday morning post on social platform X. Patel touted the extradition as a 'major victory both for our law enforcement partners and for a safer America.' 'Thank you to our brave personnel for executing the mission,' Patel wrote. 'And thank you to Mexico's SSPC and FGE teams for their support of the FBI in this investigation and arrest,' referring to the Secretariat of Security and Civilian Protection (SSPC), Mexico's government agency tasked with supervising public safety and security. Mexican authorities said they arrested Roman-Bardales, 47, Monday in Veracruz, Mexico, on the Teocelo-Baxtla highway. In a joint statement from the from the Mexico's Defense Ministry, Navy, Office of Attorney General, the National Guard and the SSPC, Roman-Bardales was informed of his arrest, his legal rights were read out to him and he was transferred to Mexico City, 'where he will be taken to the appropriate authority, where he will subsequently be deported to the United States where he is wanted.' The fugitive was wanted by the FBI for his alleged involvement with MS-13's operations in both Mexico and the U.S. He was charged with 'several offenses' over his supposed role in 'ordering numerous acts of violence against civilians and rival gang members, as well as his role in drug distribution and extortion schemes in the United States and El Salvador,' according to FBI. U.S. District Court Eastern District of New York issued an arrest warrant for Roman-Bardales on Sept. 22, 2022 after being charged with 'Conspiracy to Provide and Conceal Material Support and Resources to Terrorists; Narco-Terrorism Conspiracy; Racketeering Conspiracy; and Alien Smuggling Conspiracy.' The FBI was offering up to $250,000 for information leading to Roman-Bardales' arrest. The agency website was updated to list him as 'captured.' The Trump administration last month designated MS-13, which is believed to have originated in Los Angeles in the 1980s, along with Venezuelan gang Tren de Aragua and half a dozen Mexican cartels as terrorist organizations.
