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La Familia Nunca Muere, a notorious gang, was busted on March 17, 2026, in San Juan, Morovis, and Cataño, Puerto Rico, for conspiracy to possess with intent to distribute, possession and distribution of controlled substances, and firearms violations. The 52 members, including leaders and enforcers, were charged as part of a Homeland Security Task Force investigation. The gang’s activities, which date back to 2018, have been wreaking havoc on the communities, spreading violence and poison. The investigation, led by the DEA and Puerto Rico Police Bureau, aimed to dismantle the violent organization and bring its members to justice.
The arrests were the result of a collaborative effort between federal and local agencies, including the FBI, HSI, CBP, U.S. Marshals Service, U.S. Border Patrol, and ATF. The Puerto Rico National Guard, Guaynabo Municipal Police, Bayamón Municipal Police, and San Juan Municipal Police provided support during the arrests. The operation reflects the determination of law enforcement to remove violent gangs from the communities and make them safer.
According to U.S. Attorney W. Stephen Muldrow, the investigation and arrests demonstrate the commitment to pursuing and dismantling violent gangs. Acting DEA SAC Evan Martínez emphasized that those who choose to spread violence and poison the communities will be relentlessly pursued and held accountable. The operation is a significant step towards making the communities safer and serving justice.
The charges against La Familia Nunca Muere members are a testament to the effectiveness of the collaborative efforts between law enforcement agencies. The investigation and arrests send a strong message to other criminal organizations that there is no safe haven in Puerto Rico. The community can expect continued efforts to dismantle and prosecute violent gangs, making the streets safer for everyone.
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📋 Key Facts
- Crime: Organized Crime
- Defendant: Puerto Rico
- Location: PR
- Source: DOJ Press Release
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