Mass trial of MS-13 gang at CECOT prison
Summary
El Salvador started a large trial of 486 people accused of being members of the MS-13 gang, linked to many murders and crimes. This trial is part of the government’s strong crackdown on crime under President Nayib Bukele, which has lowered crime rates but raised concerns about human rights abuses.Key Facts
- 486 alleged members of the MS-13 gang are on trial in El Salvador.
- Prosecutors accuse them of thousands of murders and other crimes.
- The trial is happening at CECOT prison.
- President Nayib Bukele has declared a state of emergency since 2022 to fight crime.
- Crime rates in El Salvador have sharply dropped under this crackdown.
- Human rights groups report abuses like torture and breaking legal rights.
- Over 500 people have died in prison during this crackdown.
- The state of emergency allows for stricter rules and arrests to stop gang activity.
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