Ecuador Captures 'Churrón', Leader for Whom the U.S. Offered $5 Million Reward
· Telemundo McAllen (KTLM)
Ecuadorian authorities announced the capture of Francisco Manuel Bermúdez Cagua, known as "Churrón," a leader of the criminal organization "Los Choneros". The U.S. had offered a $5 million reward for his capture, linking him to the Sinaloa Cartel. His arrest took place in Guayaquil, 265 kilometers southwest of Quito, following military intelligence operations. Along with him, two associates were also apprehended, and weapons and ammunition were seized. "Churrón" is considered a key figure in drug trafficking decisions for the gang, which has been active since 1990 and was designated a foreign terrorist organization by the U.S. government in 2025.
AI summary · Source: Telemundo McAllen (KTLM) →
