# Dominican Republic extradition of fugitives to the US

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/dominican-republic-extradition-of-fugitives-to-the-us
> Updated: 2026-08-17T13:28:58.000Z. Sources: 25. Developments: 2.

Authorities in the Dominican Republic have taken significant steps in extraditing fugitives to the United States. On August 12, David Armando Brito Brito, known as ‘El Jamaquen’, was extradited to face charges including drug trafficking, money laundering, and conspiracy. His transfer followed ‘Operation PT7’, a series of raids conducted in May.

On August 17, Dominican authorities arrested Ramón Martínez, also known as ‘El Negro Amante’, in Santo Domingo Oeste. Martínez is a Dominican citizen wanted for extradition to the United States to face charges in a Puerto Rico court for first-degree murder, attempted murder, and illegal possession and use of firearms. These operations were supported by the National Directorate for Drug Control (DNCD) and the U.S. Marshals.

## Timeline

### 2026-08-17: Law enforcement agencies conduct major crime crackdowns in DR, Ecuador, and Colombia

Law enforcement in the Dominican Republic, Ecuador, and Colombia have arrested fugitives and dismantled criminal networks, seizing drugs, weapons, and contraband in regional security operations.

15 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/esmeraldas-police-shootout-leaves-one-suspect-dead

### 2026-08-12: Dominican Republic extradites David Armando Brito Brito to the United States

Dominican Republic extradites David Armando Brito Brito, alias ‘El Jamaquen’, to the U.S. on drug trafficking and money laundering charges amid broader national security operations.

13 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/hermanas-mirabal-prosecutors-office-destroys-seized-slot-machines

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