US EditionCelso Moreira Heredia, the “Invisible Leader” of the Ecuadorian Criminal Gang Los Choneros - La Tercera
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The operation in western Ecuador allowed the capture of alias 'Celso' along with five alleged criminals. The Ministry of Defense stressed that the narco “built his power from the shadows” and denounced that he was previously released by court decision.
The Armed Forces captured Celso Moreira Heredia, alias Patucho Celso, in a military operation in San Clemente, canton Sucre, province of Manabí.
Celso Moreira Heredia, known as the alias “El Patucho Celso”, was arrested again in Manabí during military operations carried out in San Jacinto, canton Sucre. The Security Block reported that, at the time of his capture, it was found five more people in possession of firearms and consuming alcohol on the public road. Alias “Celso” is considered one of the leaders of Los Choneros. His name gained notoriety in May 2024, when he was arrested in Gu…
After more than one year or at large, the alleged leader was arrested in Manab during a military operation; arms were seized and he was prosecuted for organized crime.
The arrest was carried out during military operations carried out in the area as part of the control actions that are maintained in the province.
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