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Costa Rica Intelligence Reports Alleged Plot to Kill President Chaves

The alert lands days before national elections during preparations for a high‑profile visit by El Salvador's president.

Overview

  • DIS director Jorge Torres filed a formal complaint with the Public Ministry on Tuesday after receiving a confidential tip about a threat.
  • A woman caller alleged a hitman had already been paid to carry out an attack on President Rodrigo Chaves.
  • Authorities reinforced security at the Presidential House and for the president's upcoming engagements.
  • Judicial authorities were asked to investigate, and officials have not presented corroborating evidence publicly.
  • The disclosure precedes the Feb. 1 elections and a planned event with Nayib Bukele to start a proposed megaprison, set against rising homicide totals in recent years.