Ecuador's most wanted drug lord captured in 'underground bunker'
Summary
Police in Ecuador caught Adolfo Macías Villamar, also known as "Fito," who is the leader of a major criminal gang, Los Choneros. He was found in a hidden underground room under a luxury home and transferred to a high-security prison. The Ecuadorian government plans to extradite him to the US on charges of cocaine smuggling.Key Facts
- Adolfo Macías Villamar, called "Fito," is a wanted drug lord in Ecuador.
- Fito leads Los Choneros, a powerful gang linked to high murder rates in Ecuador.
- He allegedly ordered the assassination of a presidential candidate in 2023.
- Police found him in an underground bunker in Manta, Ecuador, during a 10-hour operation.
- The bunker had amenities like air conditioning, a bed, and a fridge.
- Fito has escaped from prison twice before, most recently in January 2024.
- The Ecuadorian President plans to extradite him to the United States for drug-related charges.
- The operation involved both police and military personnel.
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