Policía Nacional de Colombia

Security and migration issues in Colombian border regions

3 clusters · 23 sources · last updated about 11 hours ago

Latest: Colombia partners with FBI and Europol to secure Venezuelan border

Authorities in Colombia have taken steps to address security and migration concerns in border departments. In Arauca, Colombian officials and the National Police expelled 27 foreign nationals, primarily Venezuelan citize

Security crackdowns, military overhaul, and legal challenges

49 clusters · 678 sources · last updated about 17 hours ago

Latest: Colombia: President de la Espriella announces cultural counter-revolution

Since his inauguration on 7 August 2026, President Abelardo de la Espriella has implemented a nationalist security and migration agenda, dismantling the previous ‘paz total’ model in favor of a ‘total war’ strategy. To c

Criminal activity and law enforcement in Latin America

9 clusters · 716 sources · last updated 1 day ago

Latest: Various criminal sentencing developments in Latin America

Law enforcement and judicial actions across Latin America continue to target violent crime, narcotics trafficking, and organized crime. Recent judicial rulings include a 29-year sentence in Talca, Chile, for Sergio Aleja

Law enforcement and judicial activities in Spain and Latin-

10 clusters · 733 sources · last updated 4 days ago

Latest: Paraguay seizes 16,000 liters of chemical precursors destined for Bolivia

Law enforcement operations across Spain and several Latin American nations have focused on diverse criminal activities and migration management. Initial reports highlighted widespread arrests related to violent crimes, d

Arrest of influencer Wendy Durán in Cali

2 clusters · 15 sources · last updated 6 days ago

Latest: Fitness influencer Wendy Durán arrested in Cali, Colombia

Fitness influencer Wendy Jeanette Durán Bocanegra was arrested in the Pance sector of Cali, Colombia, following a civil asset seizure related to unpaid rent. During the execution of the order, authorities discovered a si

Colombian National Police anti-riot unit restructuring

2 clusters · 6 sources · last updated 7 days ago

Latest: Colombian female officers serve in ESMAD operational group

The Colombian National Police has restructured its public order response by dissolving the Dialogue and Order Maintenance Unit (UNDMO) and establishing the National Anti-Riot Unit (UNADI). Through Resolution 03226, the i

Ongoing crackdown on gangs, extortion, and illegal mining

58 clusters · 111 sources · last updated 7 days ago

Latest: Peruvian authorities destroy illegal mining assets worth nearly S/ 11 million

Peruvian security forces have maintained a multi-regional offensive against organized crime, illegal mining, and extortion. Throughout mid-2026, operations targeted various criminal networks, including the dismantling of

Political unrest and austerity measures in Colombia

9 clusters · 120 sources · last updated 8 days ago

Latest: Abelardo de la Espriella implements rapid cabinet dismissals in Colombia

Political tensions in Colombia have escalated following opposition criticism of President Abelardo de la Espriella’s fiscal policies and security record. Senator Iván Cepeda has warned that upcoming negotiations with the

Colombia: Military offensive and ACSN leadership instability

28 clusters · 138 sources · last updated 8 days ago

Latest: Santa Marta: One soldier killed and another wounded in ACSN attack

The 2026 Colombian government offensive against dissident FARC factions, the Clan del Golfo, and the ELN has intensified, marked by significant narcotics seizures and a breakdown in negotiations. President Abelardo de la

Organized crime and drug trafficking in Latin America

7 clusters · 103 sources · last updated 9 days ago

Latest: Costa Rica and El Salvador strengthen security and anti-narcotics alliance

Authorities in Costa Rica, the Dominican Republic, Colombia, and Ecuador continue to address various facets of organized crime and drug trafficking. In Costa Rica, concerns persist regarding the recruitment of minors, wi

Domestic violence incidents in Chile

2 clusters · 213 sources · last updated 10 days ago

Latest: Crime and violence incidents reported across Latin America

Recent reports from Chile highlight separate incidents of domestic violence involving male suspects. In San Bernardo, former footballer Jean Paul Pineda was placed in preventive detention following charges of minor inju

Investigation into Colombian police death of Donovan Balanta

4 clusters · 18 sources · last updated 12 days ago

Latest: Bogotá police investigation into death of Donovan Balanta

Authorities in Colombia are investigating the death of Donovan Balanta Paz, a 34-year-old Afro-descendant man, following a police operation in the Caracolí sector near the border of Bogotá and Soacha on September 20. Fo

Drone attacks and child recruitment crisis in Colombia

9 clusters · 82 sources · last updated 12 days ago

Latest: Colombia faces surge in drone attacks against police stations

Colombia continues to face escalating threats from drone-based attacks involving explosive devices and a severe crisis of child recruitment. The Ombudsman’s Office reported a 146% increase in drone attacks equipped with

Violent incidents in South America

2 clusters · 132 sources · last updated 12 days ago

Latest: Various criminal incidents reported across Latin America and Spain

Recent reports indicate separate violent incidents in Chile and Argentina. In La Unión, Chile, a man was left in critical condition after being intercepted and shot in the head and an extremity during the early hours of

Regional youth and community development initiatives

3 clusters · 36 sources · last updated 16 days ago

Latest: Community initiatives launch in Spain and Chile to promote social inclusion

Various regions across Latin America and Europe continue to implement diverse initiatives focused on youth development, community safety, and social welfare. In Latin America, efforts include community outreach by police

Attack on Australian citizen in Medellín

2 clusters · 10 sources · last updated 18 days ago

Latest: Sydney man hospitalized in Colombia after kidnapping and stabbing

Frank Stephen Ramírez, a 46-year-old Australian citizen from Sydney, is in critical condition following a violent attack in Medellín, Colombia. The incident occurred in the Laureles neighborhood in the early hours of Oct

Mexican law enforcement operations against crime

2 clusters · 344 sources · last updated 20 days ago

Latest: Law enforcement agencies conduct various criminal operations across multiple regions

Mexican security forces continue operations targeting organized crime and local criminal activity. Recent actions by the State Civil Guard in the Metropolitan Area and Rioverde resulted in the arrest of eight individuals

Mexican public security and police reforms

3 clusters · 10 sources · last updated 22 days ago

Latest: Mexican municipalities expand police presence and emergency services

Mexican states and municipalities continue to implement measures to strengthen public security through personnel training, legislative reforms, and technological expansion. In San Luis Potosí, the LXIV Legislature approv

Security incidents involving ELN in Colombia

2 clusters · 34 sources · last updated 24 days ago

Latest: Barranquilla establishes new Interpol office to combat transnational crime

In late September 2026, an armed attack in Ábrego, Norte de Santander, killed two police officers who were traveling in an institutional vehicle for community outreach. President Abelardo de la Espriella condemned the at

Colombian law enforcement operations against Clan del Golfo

3 clusters · 12 sources · last updated 25 days ago

Latest: Colombia reports 29 arrests and combat deaths in anti-crime operations

Colombian security forces have conducted several operations targeting the Clan del Golfo criminal organization. In Pueblorrico, Antioquia, a joint operation by the Colombian Army and National Police led to the capture of

Colombia intensifies migration enforcement and expulsions

5 clusters · 27 sources · last updated 26 days ago

Latest: Medellín expels nine Venezuelan nationals over criminal records

Following presidential orders, Migración Colombia has intensified enforcement actions against foreign nationals in the Santander department. Initially, six individuals were expelled from the Bucaramanga metropolitan area