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🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
Crime & Justice

Travels to Medellín, Bogotá, Cartagena, and Cali: cash transfers by 'Fito's' family to Colombia and their links to organized crime

The Ecuadorian Prosecutor's Office has uncovered a pattern of cash-funded trips by the family of Adolfo Macías Villamar, alias 'Fito', to various Colombian cities, indicating links to organized crime.

Mar 21 • 16:13 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
Crime & Justice

Prosecutor's Office states it will not provide information to defense of alias 'Pipo' due to restrictions of international legal assistance

The Ecuadorian Prosecutor's Office has denied a request from the defense of Wilmer Chavarría, alias 'Pipo', for access to recordings related to the criminal case involving the murder of Fernando Villavicencio.

Mar 21 • 14:11 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

‘From Boss to Inmate. Cell # 1’: the first images of alias ‘Lobo Menor’ in the Encuentro Prison

The first images of Ángel Esteban Aguilar, alias ‘Lobo Menor’, identified as the leader of Los Lobos, have been released following his arrest in Mexico and subsequent extradition to Ecuador.

Mar 20 • 17:42 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
Crime & Justice

Who was alias 'Trance', the man who died in an attack in Portoviejo and had links to 'Mexicano', head of Los Lobos

César Alfredo Cedeño Muentes, known as 'Trance,' was killed in an armed attack linked to the criminal organization Los Lobos in Portoviejo, Ecuador.

Mar 20 • 17:21 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
Crime & Justice

Alias ‘Lobo Menor’ will be shaved and must adapt to ‘his new reality’ in the El Encuentro prison

Angel Esteban Aguilar Morales, known as ‘Lobo Menor’, has been imprisoned in El Encuentro prison in Ecuador and will undergo medical evaluations and a standard prison intake process.

Mar 20 • 15:22 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Daniel Noboa questions attempts to prevent the transfer of 'Lobo Menor' due to the Villavicencio case

President Daniel Noboa emphasized the importance of transferring alias 'Lobo Menor' to Ecuador for judicial proceedings related to the assassination of Fernando Villavicencio, despite opposition from certain sectors.

Mar 20 • 13:11 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
Crime & Justice

Alias 'Trance' is murdered, alleged leader of Los Lobos, in Portoviejo

A man known as alias 'Trance', believed to be the leader of Los Lobos in Portoviejo, was killed in a shooting at a gas station.

Mar 20 • 02:00 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

"Your time to answer to Ecuadorians is coming," says Interior Minister showing video of alias 'Lobo Menor' for his transfer to Ecuador

Ecuador's Interior Minister John Reimberg announced the transfer of Ángel Esteban Aguilar Morales, alias 'Lobo Menor', from Colombia to Ecuador, emphasizing the urgency for him to respond to Ecuadorians.

Mar 19 • 23:36 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
Crime & Justice

Marine Secretariat arrests Omar Oswaldo Torres, alias 'El Patas', member of 'Los Mayos'

The Mexico Marine Secretariat has arrested Omar Oswaldo Torres, a member of the criminal group 'Los Mayos', during an operation in Culiacán.

Mar 19 • 21:33 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Lawyer of Fernando Villavicencio's daughters does not expect alias 'Lobo Menor' to cooperate with justice; the detainee would arrive in the country via expulsion

Patricio Rosero, the lawyer for the daughters of assassinated presidential candidate Fernando Villavicencio, expresses skepticism over alias 'Lobo Menor' cooperating with the justice system, following his recent detention in Mexico.

Mar 19 • 19:57 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
Crime & Justice

‘Lobo Menor’ will be sent from Colombia to Ecuador in the coming hours: his destination will be the Encuentro prison, confirms the Minister of the Interior

The Ecuadorian Minister of the Interior confirmed that Ángel Esteban Aguilar Morales, alias Lobo Menor, a leader of the criminal group Los Lobos, will be extradited from Colombia to Ecuador shortly to face charges related to the murder of politician Fernando Villavicencio.

Mar 19 • 18:25 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

'Lobo Menor' will arrive at a 'Bukele-inspired' prison: Ecuador confirms the transfer of Villavicencio's assassin

Ecuador has confirmed the transfer of Ángel Esteban Aguilar Morales, alias 'Lobo Menor', to a maximum-security prison inspired by El Salvador's prison model, after his arrest in Mexico.

Mar 19 • 01:41 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
Crime & Justice

Criminal proceedings for murder and simple homicide await alias 'Lobo Menor' in Ecuador; to evade justice, the fugitive maintained a false identity

Ángel Esteban Aguilar Morales, known as 'Lobo Menor', faces serious criminal charges upon his return to Ecuador, including murder and false identity use to escape justice.

Mar 18 • 21:27 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
Crime & Justice

Who is alias ‘Churco’?: The name that appears in ‘Fito’s’ notebook and is linked to the murder of Colombian senator Miguel Uribe

The alias 'Churco' found in a notebook linked to the criminal organization led by 'Fito' has raised concerns due to its association with the assassination of Colombian senator Miguel Uribe.

Mar 18 • 17:59 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Ministry of the Interior confirms the arrest of alias 'Lobo Menor', processed in the FV assassination case

Angel Esteban Aguilar Morales, known as Lobo Menor, leader of the criminal group Los Lobos, has been arrested in Mexico and deported to Colombia in connection with the assassination of Ecuadorian politician Fernando Villavicencio.

Mar 18 • 16:28 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Alleged leader of Los Tiguerones was arrested in Guayas during curfew

Bryan M., alias La Perris, identified as the leader of the Los Tiguerones criminal gang, was arrested by Ecuadorian military forces during a curfew operation in Guayas.

Mar 16 • 17:58 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
Crime & Justice

A notebook found in the bunker of alias 'Fito' reveals his criminal network: What names and secret routes were kept in its pages?

A notebook discovered in the bunker of an arrested Ecuadorian criminal reveals detailed information about his criminal organization's operations.

Mar 14 • 16:30 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Judge detained for alleged influence peddling had been suspended for ruling in favor of alias 'Odin'

A Guayaquil judge, Ángel T., was arrested for alleged influence peddling and had previously been suspended for a controversial decision benefiting a criminal known as 'Odin'.

Mar 13 • 19:51 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
Crime & Justice

16-year-old 'Mr. Killer' found guilty of coordinating murder attempts

A 16-year-old Swedish boy, using the alias 'Mr. Killer', has been found guilty of coordinating multiple murder attempts in Denmark while residing in Spain.

Mar 12 • 09:51 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

Tribute to fallen military during the operation to take down 'El Mencho'

Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum led a private tribute for soldiers killed during an operation against Nemesio Oseguera, alias 'El Mencho', leader of the Jalisco New Generation Cartel.

Mar 12 • 08:34 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Girl, 11, abducted six years ago found ALIVE living 2,600 miles from kidnap scene

An 11-year-old girl, abducted nearly six years ago, has been found safe in North Carolina after living under an alias since her kidnapping.

Mar 11 • 17:35 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
Crime & Justice

Agra: Who is Adarsh alias Lucky, arrested by UP ATS on espionage charges?

The UP ATS has arrested a Navy sailor accused of espionage for sharing sensitive information with Pakistani ISI agents.

Mar 11 • 04:53 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
Crime & Justice

Bunkers and 28 properties of the circle of alias ‘Fito’ in Manta: Prosecutor reveals concentration of water meters and undervaluation among properties

Ecuador's Prosecutor has uncovered hidden bunkers and over 28 properties associated with Adolfo Macías Villamar, alias 'Fito,' linked to a money laundering scheme.

Mar 9 • 15:32 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
Crime & Justice

Sentenced to 9 years and 4 months in prison are alias ‘Patucho Celso’ and alias ‘Fede’

A court in Ecuador sentenced Celso Moreira Heredia and Rolando Federico Gómez Quinde to over nine years in prison for arms trafficking, along with nine other co-defendants.

Mar 5 • 21:14 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
Crime & Justice

Arrest of 'El Congo': The instructions given to the murderers of Carlos Manzo

The article details the arrest of Gerardo 'N', alias 'El Congo', who allegedly coordinated the murder of Uruapan mayor Carlos Manzo and provided instructions to the assassins.

Mar 4 • 05:59 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

What happened to CJNG after the death of alias El Mencho?

Following the death of the CJNG leader, alias El Mencho, questions arise regarding the future structure and leadership of the cartel.

Mar 2 • 18:00 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
Crime & Justice

Alias ‘Polilla’ falls, presumed leader of Los Choneros, during operation executed in Manabí

Alias ‘Polilla’, a presumed leader of the criminal group Los Choneros, was captured during an operation in Manabí, Ecuador, and is linked to multiple violent crimes.

Mar 1 • 20:17 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
Crime & Justice

Shocking truth behind the murder of smuggler Bhaiyu Lala revealed

The murder case of infamous smuggler Wahid alias Bhaiyu Lala has been solved, with his wife Rukhsana named as the main suspect, currently absconding, and her two brothers arrested for concealing evidence.

Feb 27 • 12:49 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
Crime & Justice

The Master Plan to Discredit the Police: Wife 'Game Over' for Husband

Mandsaur police have arrested the wife of notorious smuggler Wahid alias Bhaiyoo Lala as the main suspect in his murder, revealing a conspiracy to frame the police.

Feb 27 • 09:40 UTC
🇮🇹 La Repubblica
Life & Tech

Sanremo, the 3 best and 3 worst of the third night: Ubaldo Pantani alias Lapo and mute Irina big

The third night of Sanremo showcased both brilliant performances and unfortunate moments, with Ubaldo Pantani shining as Lapo and a poignant message by Paolo Sarullo against bullying.

Feb 27 • 09:04 UTC
🇸🇪 Dagens Nyheter
Crime & Justice

The Suspicion: Rawa Majid Behind 'Don Fox'

A 20-year-old man was sentenced to over six years in prison for orchestrating logistics related to a murder attempt in which he communicated extensively with the suspected criminal leader Rawa Majid, known by the alias 'Don Fox'.

Feb 26 • 20:05 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
Crime & Justice

Account attributed to the son of alias 'Fito' promotes loans and money laundering on TikTok

A TikTok account allegedly belonging to Jair Macías, son of a notorious gang leader in Ecuador, promotes offers for loans and money laundering, raising concerns and attracting criticism.

Feb 26 • 14:35 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

From drug lord to elections

The speculation surrounding the death of Rubén Oseguera, alias 'El Mencho', highlights the complexities of drug trafficking leadership transitions and implications for civil safety.

Feb 26 • 09:32 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
Crime & Justice

The Guerrero Family: The Empowerment and Decline of the Family in Service of ‘Mencho’

The article discusses the crucial relationship between Nemesio Oseguera Cervantes, alias 'El Mencho', and the Guerrero family in solidifying the Jalisco New Generation Cartel's territorial control in western Mexico.

Feb 26 • 02:27 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

Did ‘El Mencho’ have his own hospital in Jalisco? What we know about the supposed ‘little hospital’ of the CJNG.

Following the death of Nemesio Oseguera Cervantes, alias ‘El Mencho’, reports have surfaced regarding a private hospital he allegedly constructed to address his chronic illness.

Feb 25 • 22:29 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
Crime & Justice

Villavicencio Case: Absence of a Lawyer and Lack of Notification to the Defense of Alias 'Invisible' Causes Appeal Hearing to be Declared Failed

The appeal hearing for the case involving the assassination of presidential candidate Fernando Villavicencio was declared failed due to the absence of a defense lawyer and inadequate notification to the defense team.

Feb 25 • 17:24 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Colombia captures alias 'Cucaracho', international boss of the Tren de Aragua in Santa Marta

Colombian authorities have captured alias 'Cucaracho' in Santa Marta, a key figure in the Tren de Aragua involved in drug trafficking and linked to terrorism.

Feb 25 • 01:51 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

The 'Last Supper' of 'El Mencho': What was found in the kitchen of his supposed hideout in Tapalpa

The article discusses the findings in the kitchen of Nemesio Oseguera Cervantes, alias 'El Mencho', during a federal operation in Tapalpa, Jalisco, where he was reportedly hiding before being captured.

Feb 24 • 18:53 UTC
🇸🇪 Aftonbladet
Crime & Justice

Majid's new alias – planning murder: 'Can you book a train'

Swedish police suspect that crime leader Rawa Majid is using the alias 'Don Fox' in connection with multiple murder plans.

Feb 24 • 15:05 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

The aftermath of 'El Mencho's' fall in the tourist streets of Mexico

The capture of Nemesio Oseguera Cervantes, alias 'El Mencho', leader of the Jalisco New Generation Cartel (CJNG), has left visible destruction in tourist areas of Jalisco, Mexico.

Feb 24 • 13:45 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

The Swastika and Cocaine: The Pact with the Nazis That Originated the First Great Narco of History

The death of Nemesio Oseguera Cervantes, alias El Mencho, leader of the Jalisco New Generation cartel, ignited violent reactions across Mexico, showcasing the cartel's influence as one of the world's most dangerous criminal organizations.

Feb 24 • 10:37 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
Crime & Justice

How the wild operation progressed: The mistress became the drug lord's fate

A significant operation led to the demise of notorious drug lord Nemesio Oseguera Cervantes, alias 'El Mencho', following the tracking of his mistress by Mexican authorities.

Feb 24 • 01:56 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

'Honor to the Soldiers': Felipe Calderón Acknowledges the Work of the Army in the Operation Against 'El Mencho'

Former Mexican President Felipe Calderón praised the federal forces involved in the operation against notorious drug trafficker Nemesio Oseguera Cervantes, alias 'El Mencho', who was killed in a confrontation with the military.

Feb 23 • 22:06 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
Crime & Justice

Magnicide case FV: the absence of the lawyer for alias ‘Lobo Menor’ prevents the testimonies of those sentenced as material authors of the crime against Fernando Villavicencio from being heard

The absence of the lawyer representing Esteban Aguilar, also known as 'Lobo Menor', has stalled the testimonies of key individuals linked to the assassination of Fernando Villavicencio.

Feb 23 • 19:33 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Russian RPGs Found in Hideout of the Fallen Leader of the Jalisco New Generation Cartel, Alias Mencho

The article discusses the aftermath of the death of drug cartel leader Mencho, highlighting security issues in Mexico and the significant loss of life among security forces during a recent operation.

Feb 23 • 16:46 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
Crime & Justice

The partner of alias 'El Mencho' was key to the operation

A woman linked to the leader of the Jalisco New Generation Cartel played a crucial role in his capture by providing intelligence that led to his location.

Feb 23 • 15:28 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Claudia Sheinbaum after violent day: "Today there is already more tranquility"

Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum announced improved security and tranquility in the wake of violent incidents following the death of notorious cartel leader Nemesio Oseguera Cervantes, alias ‘El Mencho’.

Feb 23 • 15:02 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

The Day After

The elimination of Nemesio Oseguera, alias El Mencho, raises critical questions about the consequences of this anti-crime success by President Claudia Sheinbaum's government in Mexico.

Feb 23 • 10:09 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Rahul Gandhi met Mohammad Deepak, embracing him and saying - Such a flame should burn in every youth

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi met gym operator Deepak Kumar, alias Mohammad Deepak, in Kotdwar, expressing solidarity with him following a viral video that placed Deepak at the center of a social controversy.

Feb 23 • 08:01 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
World

Hitmen, weapons and armored vehicles... What you need to know about the CJNG cartel in Mexico after the death of Nemesio Oseguera, alias 'El Mencho'

The leader of the CJNG cartel, Nemesio Oseguera, was killed by Mexican army forces, prompting violent retaliation from the cartel.

Feb 23 • 07:00 UTC

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