Anderson Zambrano-Pacheco, a leader of the Tren de Aragua, was arrested in the Bronx, New York. This operation was part of a series of raids led by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) under the administration of Donald Trump. Zambrano-Pacheco faced charges for violent crimes in Colorado, including kidnapping and firearm threats.
The capture took place in an apartment building across from an elementary school, surprising neighbors. The Tren de Aragua, one of Venezuela’s most feared criminal gangs, has expanded its influence to various regions of the United States.
Zambrano-Pacheco’s arrest represents a significant blow to the Tren de Aragua in the fight against transnational organized crime
- Blow to Tren de Aragua in New York: Anderson Zambrano-Pacheco, a key leader of the Venezuelan gang Tren de Aragua, was arrested in the Bronx during an immigration operation carried out by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and other federal agencies. This operation took place on January 28, 2025, and is part of a series of actions against this criminal organization, which has been accused of multiple crimes in the United States, including drug trafficking and extortion.
- Context of the Arrest: Zambrano-Pacheco’s detention is significant amid growing concerns about the presence of the Tren de Aragua in the U.S., where the gang has been linked to a series of violent crimes. The DEA and ICE have intensified their efforts to dismantle this organization, which has been operating in several U.S. cities, including New York and Aurora, Colorado.
- Recent Operations: This arrest follows a series of operations that resulted in the capture of nearly 50 members of the Tren de Aragua at an underground club in Colorado. Authorities have been monitoring the group’s activities since 2021, and its notoriety has grown due to its involvement in violent and criminal acts.
The situation reflects a coordinated effort by U.S. authorities to combat the growing threat posed by this gang on American soil.
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