Crime
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ECONOMY
Crime is Latin America’s Economic Drain
Crime and violence in Latin America and the Caribbean take an enormous toll on the economy, costing the region nearly…
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ANALYSIS
Ecuador’s Armed Forces Reclaim Confiscated Weapons to Combat Crime
Ecuador has begun arming its military with weapons previously seized from organized crime. This new policy, endorsed by President Daniel…
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ANALYSIS
Remembering the Dark Tale of Brazil’s Killer TV Host
Wallace Souza’s rise and fall shocked Brazil, revealing a twisted tale of crime, fame, and betrayal. Once a beloved TV…
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AMERICAS
Rising Crime in Paradise: The Dark Side of Turks and Caicos
Once known for its serene beauty and crystal-clear waters, the Turks and Caicos Islands now face a growing wave of…
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BUSINESS AND FINANCE
Crime Surge Threatens Chile’s Tourism Business and Global Appeal
Chile, a country not typically associated with violence, has seen a recent increase in criminal activity, prompting the U.S. government…
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AMERICAS
Red Brigades Fugitive Finally Captured in Argentina Decades After Crimes
After 44 years on the run, Leonardo Bertulazzi, a former member of the notorious Red Brigades, has been arrested in…
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AMERICAS
Over a Year After the Vanishing of Cecilia Strzyzowski: Argentina’s Shocking Crime Case
The disappearance of 28-year-old Cecilia Strzyzowski has captivated Argentina, sparking widespread protests and speculation. With powerful political connections and mysterious…
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AMERICAS
Urban Crime Surge Peru Faces Off with Latin America’s Deadliest Cities
A recent study by Peru's National Institute of Statistics and Informatics (INEI) reveals a troubling increase in urban crime. 27.7%…
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Politics
Chile Accelerates Maximum Security Prison Construction Amid Crime Concerns
President Gabriel Boric announced the expedited construction of a new maximum security prison in Santiago to combat organized crime. The…
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Politics
Brazil’s Rio Deploys 2,000 Officers in Major Crackdown on Organized Crime
Rio de Janeiro's state law enforcement launched a massive operation involving nearly 2,000 officers across ten low-income neighborhoods to reclaim…
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