Alleged criminal control and transparency issues reported in Colombia and Argentina

In Colombia, a document attributed to the Autodefensas Conquistadores de la Sierra Nevada (ACSN) has raised concerns regarding the potential criminal control of public beach areas. The document, dated October 29, 2026, allegedly describes a system of extortion involving payments of 100 million pesos and monthly fees. It claims there have been pressures to force restaurant owners to sell, remove vendors, and restrict maritime transport to favor specific interests. The authenticity of the document and the identities of those named, including individuals referred to as “Juan Carlos” and a lawyer named Lastra, remain unverified.

In Argentina, allegations of transparency failures have surfaced against the government of Morón. Following a complaint by former councilman Francisco Mones Ruiz, reports suggest the municipality has been restricting physical access to the Official Bulletin. While digital versions are available, sensitive annexes containing information on tenders and contracts are reportedly withheld under the pretext of space limitations. Specifically, issues were noted regarding a decree for a public tender involving the company Thor SRL. During an attempt to review physical records, the Chief of Staff, Estefanía Franco, reportedly denied access to journalists seeking to inspect the documents.