Extradition Showdown: Colombia Holds Key to Fate of Notorious Gang Leader

Colombia Holds Key in Extradition Dispute: Larry Changa, Tren de Aragua Founder, Awaits Fate. A tense situation unfolds as Venezuela and Chile vie for the extradition of Larry Álvarez, alias Larry Changa, a founding member of the notorious Tren de Aragua criminal gang. Currently detained in Colombia, Changa's fate rests in the hands of President Gustavo Petro, who must decide whether to send him to Venezuela or Chile. The Venezuelan government's recent operation against the gang, which involved a large-scale raid on Tocoron prison, is featured in the report, along with expert analysis from former Venezuelan prosecutor Zair Mundaray. Mundaray highlights the Venezuelan government's contradictory arguments in their attempts to block Changa's extradition to Chile. The report also reveals the extensive efforts made by Chilean authorities to secure Changa's extradition, underscoring the international implications of this case. The final decision by President Petro will have significant consequences for regional security and international cooperation in combating organized crime.