A Venezuelan Gang Is Expanding Its Deadly Reach to the U.S.
SUMMARY
The Venezuelan gang Tren de Aragua is rapidly expanding its operations, now reaching the U.S. Initially active in South American countries like Chile and Colombia, the gang has become notorious for its violent tactics, including drug trafficking and robbery. It has reportedly been involved in over 100 cases in the U.S., spreading fear among law enforcement agencies. Founded in a Venezuelan prison, Tren de Aragua has moved some of its operations to the Mexican side of the U.S. southern border, near El Paso. The U.S. government recently labeled it a "transnational criminal organization," giving law enforcement more resources to combat its spread by freezing assets and restricting the movement of suspected members. As the gang integrates itself into migrant flows, U.S. authorities have been on high alert, particularly in cities like Denver, where the gang has allegedly targeted police officers.
