Overview

• The Specialized Prosecutor's Office against Organized Crime led simultaneous interventions across cities and prison cells in Iquitos, San Martín and Amazonas with National Police support.
• Nineteen suspects are under preliminary detention, reportedly including twelve police officers and seven civilians.
• Investigators identify ex-intelligence agent Carlos Miguel Gamarra Pérez, known as “Calicho,” as the alleged leader who continued directing the group from prison through calls.
• Authorities attribute to the group contract killings, aggravated robbery, illicit drug trafficking and illegal arms commerce along Huallaga–Yurimaguas routes.
• Money, phones, weapons and vehicles were seized, and detainees are being transferred to specialized facilities for 15 days of initial inquiries and role determinations.