"Time to Shine". The Audios That Denounce "Los Peluches", the Gang with Gendarmes Teaching How to Camouflage Cocaine
The article reveals how recordings from a WhatsApp group linked to "Los Peluches", a gang involving gendarmes, detail methods for camouflaging cocaine and evading law enforcement.
In a recent court session at TOF 2 in Salta, troubling recordings from a WhatsApp group linked to the criminal organization known as "Los Peluches" were presented. These audios share methods and ''tutorials'' on how to package cocaine effectively, strategies to bypass security checks, and ways to share profits among criminal associates. The gravity of the situation is underscored by the fact that there are seven accused individuals in this case and authorities have seized 334 kilograms of cocaine as part of the investigation.
During the session, the judges listened intently as the court was played these shockingly candid audios that provided a glimpse into the inner workings of the drug trafficking operation. Five gendarmes—some actively serving, others dismissed, and a few awaiting re-enlistment—along with two civilians faced the court while the recordings captured the audience's attention, illustrating the brazen tactics employed by the gang. As explanations about their operations unfolded, the seriousness of their involvement with drug trafficking and the breach of trust associated with law enforcement became increasingly apparent.
The implications of this case are profound, affecting public trust in security forces and raising questions about corruption within the ranks. With such a significant amount of cocaine involved and the collaboration of law enforcement personnel, the case highlights not just the challenges in combating drug trafficking in Argentina, but also the necessary scrutiny of institutional integrity in upholding the law against those who are supposed to enforce it.