Venezuela says leader of Tren de Aragua killed in 'joint operation' with US
Summary
Venezuela and the United States announced that Héctor Rusthenford Guerrero Flores, leader of the Tren de Aragua gang, was killed during a joint operation in southern Venezuela. The US government had offered up to $5 million for information leading to his capture, and the gang is known for violence, drug trafficking, and extortion across several continents.Key Facts
- Héctor Rusthenford Guerrero Flores was the leader of the Tren de Aragua gang.
- The US and Venezuela conducted a joint operation in the southeastern state of Bolivar, Venezuela.
- Guerrero Flores was killed during clashes with criminal group members in the operation.
- The US had offered a reward of up to $5 million for information leading to his arrest.
- Tren de Aragua is labeled a terrorist group by the US and accused of drug trafficking, extortion, and violence.
- The US President Donald Trump announced the strike as “swift and lethal,” posting video of the explosion.
- US officials said the gang operated in North America, South America, and Europe.
- The Bolivar region is known for illegal mining controlled by gangs with possible military and official involvement.
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