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El Salvador strikes blow against powerful street gang

SAN SALVADOR- Authorities announced a series of raids on one of El Salvador's most powerful street gangs Thursday, saying they delivered a strong blow to its leadership and financing.

 

Five leaders of the Mara Salvatrucha gang, previously unknown to authorities, were arrested, including the man in charge of the gang's finances, Attorney General Douglas Melendez said at a news conference.

 

Police seized weapons, cash and vehicles during raids at homes, restaurants, bars, motels, garages and a car lot, National Civil Police Director Howard Cotto said. Officials froze 30 bank accounts allegedly tied to the gang and arrested 77 people.

 


פרסום ראשון: 07.29.16, 08:07