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Alleged Extortion Group Demanded $20,000 Under Threats

Summary by Canal RTU
The National Police, through the Anti-kidnapping and Extortion Unit, in coordination with the General Intelligence Directorate and the Special Operations Group, disbanded an alleged criminal group dedicated to extortion in Machala. Three citizens accused of demanding $20,000 from a victim, through threats against his life and that of his family. After intelligence and follow-up, the detainees were identified as: Brando C. T. (25 years old, with …
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The National Police, through the Anti-kidnapping and Extortion Unit, in coordination with the General Intelligence Directorate and the Special Operations Group, disbanded an alleged criminal group dedicated to extortion in Machala. Three citizens accused of demanding $20,000 from a victim, through threats against his life and that of his family. After intelligence and follow-up, the detainees were identified as: Brando C. T. (25 years old, with …

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Canal RTU broke the news in on Thursday, July 10, 2025.
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