Police Raid El Merendón Community Terrorized by Gang

Published on Honduras Daily · Jul 25, 2026 · Originally reported July 24, 2026 by TuNota (Canal 5 / TSI)

Police and prosecutors carried out searches in Peñitas Arriba (El Merendón, San Pedro Sula) to break up the gang led by 'Juan El Malón,' accused of murders and terror that drove more than 26 families from the community.

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Also reported by: Radio América Honduras

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