The Dominican Republic's Uphill Battle to Root Out Corruption
President Luis Abinader has vowed to root out corruption in the Dominican Republic. But this is much easier said than done.
The Dominican Republic – The Caribbean’s Cocaine Hub
The port of Caucedo, the Dominican Republic's main maritime entry point, is trying to fight back against a wave of cocaine.
Can New US Regulations Stem Firearms Flowing to Latin America?
A new rule in the United States seeks to stem the flow of ghost guns, bought in parts online and assembled at home, to Latin America.
Latin American Governments Easy Prey for Ransomware During COVID-19
A recent cyberattack that hit government websites in Brazil, including platforms that track vaccinations and epidemiological data on COVID-19, has stoked concerns about a surge in ransomware attacks on critical…
Panama Unveils Extent of Official Participation in Drug Trafficking
As Panama struggles to contain an ever-growing flow of cocaine, a recent operation has revealed the extent to which officials are involved in facilitating the drug trade.
How International Narcos Rebuild Their Lives in Brazil
Court cases. Hitmen. Interpol. International drug traffickers sometimes need to get away from it all. Brazil has sought to cater to that elite clientele and their specific requirements: living in…
Argentina Drug Gang Extorts 'Blue Dollar' Sellers
A criminal group in Argentina has found a novel target for extortion: black market currency dealers who are moving large amounts of cash to dollar-hungry Argentines in an economy hit…
New Index Finds Corruption Worsening Across Latin America
An index looking at the ability of Latin American countries to combat corruption has highlighted that signs of progress are still few and far between, and the region as a…
4 Ways Microtraffickers are Getting Around Coronavirus Restrictions
Just like many legal enterprises trying to find ways to get their products to customers despite the pandemic, microtraffickers in Latin America have had to adjust to new ways of…
Rift in Bagdad Crime Syndicate Fueling Violence in Panama
Homicides in western Panama have surged in a cycle of revenge killings, as one of the country's largest gangs struggles to maintain power and control over increasing drug flows.
Money Laundering Allegations Dog Mexico's Cruz Azul Soccer Club
Although the Mexican soccer league has canceled the rest of its season, one of its most acclaimed clubs has remained in the headlines as three of its directors are being…
Coronavirus Driving Black Market for Medical Equipment in Cuba
The theft of thousands of surgical masks in Cuba reveals how the island’s active black market has adapted quickly to the coronavirus pandemic.
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Our coverage of organized crime in Ecuador continues to be a valuable resource for international and local news outlets. Internationally, Reuters cited our 2022 Homicide Round-Up,…
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Venezuela Coverage Receives Great Reception
Several of InSight Crime’s most recent articles about Venezuela have been well received by regional media. Our article on Venezuela’s colectivos expanding beyond their political role to control access to…
InSight Crime's Chemical Precursor Report Continues
For the second week in a row, our investigation into the flow of precursor chemicals for the manufacture of synthetic drugs in Mexico has been cited by multiple regional media…
InSight Crime’s Chemical Precursor Report Widely Cited
We are proud to see that our recently published investigation into the supply chain of chemical precursors feeding Mexico’s synthetic drug production has been warmly received.
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