Justice Department charges more than 80 people in Puerto Rico gang takedown
- The U.S. Justice Department has charged over 80 individuals in connection with the takedown of the Puerto Rican gang 'Los Baja Deo'.
- The gang has been involved in trafficking fentanyl, cocaine, and other illegal drugs, generating nearly $50 million in proceeds.
- The group is linked to shootings, killings, kidnappings, and assaults, as well as the distribution of at least 340 kilograms of fentanyl or fentanyl-laced narcotics.
- Attorney General Todd Blanche emphasized the government's commitment to tackling violent crime and criminal organizations across the U.S.
- The acting U.S. attorney for Puerto Rico stated that the community can now enjoy safety without fear of harm.
The U.S. Justice Department has charged more than 80 people in the takedown of a violent Puerto Rican gang known as 'Los Baja Deo'. The gang has been accused of trafficking fentanyl, cocaine, and other illegal drugs, generating nearly $50 million in proceeds over the years. In addition to drug trafficking, the group is also linked to various violent crimes, including shootings, killings, kidnappings, and assaults, as well as the distribution of at least 340 kilograms of fentanyl or fentanyl-laced narcotics.
During a press conference in San Juan, Attorney General Todd Blanche highlighted the government's efforts to combat violent crime and the presence of criminal organizations. He stated that the Homeland Security Task Forces across the country are unified in their mission to end the influence of criminal cartels and gangs. This announcement is part of the Trump administration's broader strategy to address issues related to drug trafficking and violence in communities.
The acting U.S. attorney for Puerto Rico, Héctor Ramírez-Carbó, expressed confidence that the charges against these gang members would lead to justice and contribute to a safer environment for residents. He noted that families in Mayagüez can now enjoy their community without fear of harm.
美国司法部指控超过80人在波多黎各帮派打击行动中
美国司法部已对一个名为“Los Baja Deo”的暴力波多黎各帮派指控超过80人。该帮派被指控贩运芬太尼、可卡因及其他非法药物，多年来获利近5000万美元。除了毒品贩运，该团伙还与多起暴力犯罪有关，包括枪击、杀人、绑架和袭击，以及分发至少340公斤芬太尼或掺芬太尼的麻醉品。
在圣胡安举行的新闻发布会上，司法部长托德·布兰奇强调了政府打击暴力犯罪和犯罪组织的努力。他表示，国家各地的国土安全特遣队在结束犯罪卡特尔和帮派的影响方面保持团结。这一公告是特朗普政府更广泛战略的一部分，旨在解决与毒品贩运和社区暴力相关的问题。
波多黎各代理美国检察官赫克托·拉米雷斯-卡博表示，对这些帮派成员的指控将带来正义，并有助于为居民创造一个更安全的环境。他指出，梅亚圭斯的家庭现在可以在没有伤害恐惧的情况下享受他们的社区。