Gang Leaders Run Crime From Prison or Remain Free

Published on Honduras Daily · Sep 28, 2026 · Originally reported September 28, 2026 by La Prensa

Honduras's National Police director says top leaders of MS-13, Barrio 18, and the Devil's Cartel remain at large or direct operations from prison, with no senior MS-13 chiefs arrested in four years despite U.S. rewards of up to $10 million for their capture.

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Also reported by: TuNota (Canal 5 / TSI)

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