News Analysis

Paraguay Election Dims Chances of Corruption Crackdown

Santiago Peña won Sunday’s election for Paraguay’s presidency. But questions remain about how the country’s corruption problems will be solved.

Venezuela's New Asset Forfeiture Law Unlikely to End Corruption

Venezuela's new asset forfeiture law seeks to act against corrupt state actors and criminals. But is its successful implementation likely?…

4 Takeaways From CARICOM Firearms Report

While blame directed at the US is well-founded, more complete data is needed on US firearms' dominance in the Caribbean.

CJNG Reaps Revenues From Tourist Real Estate Scam in Mexico

New sanctions in a Puerto Vallarta timeshare fraud scam show how the CJNG exploits unsuspecting tourists as an alternate source…

Colombia, Venezuela Security Partnership Puts Pressure on ELN

Colombia's security policy has made clear the country's intention to tackle the ELN. But to do so, it's relying on…

Colombia's New Security Policy Faces Challenges on Environmental Aims

Colombia’s new security policy has put the fight against deforestation front and center, but several challenges loom ahead of its…

Colombia’s Coca Market Crash Unlikely to Impact Cocaine Trade

A collapse in coca prices means Colombian farmers are struggling to sell their coca crops. The cocaine trade won't be…

Cocaine and Marijuana Fuel Ever-Higher Homicides in Costa Rica

As homicides rise in Costa Rica, local drug trafficking groups vie for control of the cocaine trade, while others the…

Corruption Takes Center Stage in Paraguay Presidential Election

Paraguay will hold its presidential elections on April 30. Here, we break down how each candidate will tackle political corruption.

In Lara, Venezuela, Criminal 'Colectivos' Control Public Services

“They keep an eye on the transportation and the water. When something is damaged, they work with officials and fix…

Across the Americas, Governments Aim to Rein in Flow of Guns

InSight Crime spoke to journalist Ioan Grillo to better understand gun trafficking into Latin America from the United States.

The Fraudsters: Venezuela’s Organized Crime Vultures

As organized crime increases in Venezuela, more people and businesses are falling victim to extortion carried out by opportunists.