
Spotters, Jammers, and Hijackers: Costa Rica’s Cargo Theft System Explained
Cargo theft is a lucrative illicit business in Costa Rica that requires an advanced level of organization and planning. InSight Crime explains the system here.
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The Venezuelan government’s first major attack against the ELN marks a rupture in the longstanding relationship between Chavista administrations and Colombian insurgent groups.
Read the articleThe Story of Barrio 18
Barrio 18 began as a street gang in Los Angeles, and spread into Central America in the 1990s, as a result of US deportations. Watch our video and read our profile to learn more.
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The InSight Crime Podcast is back.
Because the real story is rarely about the person with the nickname. It’s about the people left to live with the consequences. The full season is now available.
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InSight Crime goes into the field to understand first-hand the criminal dynamics at play across Latin America and the Caribbean. We speak to local sources, government officials, and even the criminals themselves to deliver in-depth investigations.



