Federal Authorities Charge More Than 25 Alleged Tren de Aragua Members

Federal authorities charged more than 25 alleged members and associates of Tren de Aragua, a violent transnational gang, in a nationwide operation. Officials seized over 80 firearms, roughly 18 kilograms of drugs and more than $100,000 in cash during the crackdown.

The operation targeted alleged activity tied to firearms trafficking, narcotics distribution and other violent criminal conduct. Investigators recovered fentanyl, cocaine, methamphetamine, ecstasy, ketamine, MDMA and tusi, a pink powder often containing ketamine or MDMA.

Charges have been filed across six U.S. Attorney's offices in the Districts of Colorado, Southern Florida, Northern Indiana, Middle Tennessee, Western Tennessee and Eastern Washington.

Federal authorities have now charged more than 260 members and associates of Tren de Aragua in total. The gang has drawn growing scrutiny from law enforcement over its alleged role in violent crime, drug trafficking and migrant-related criminal networks.

A statement from the FBI said the agency and its interagency partners continue to break violent gang networks across the United States. The operation is described as the latest example of these efforts.

Officials stated that the Homeland Security Task Force model leverages intelligence-driven investigations and interagency collaboration. One statement noted the success of the operation demonstrates the power of unified action in disrupting criminal networks.

Another statement from Homeland Security Investigations highlighted the dedication of its special agents and the commitment of federal, state and local law enforcement partners.