Byron Ricardo Ruiz
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Byron Ricardo Ruiz was a Honduran drug trafficker who held a significant position in the narcotics trade, known for his fierce rivalry with José Rafael Sosa Méndez. His involvement in organized crime contributed to a violent power struggle in the region until his assassination in February 2024.
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Byron Ricardo Ruiz was a Honduran drug trafficker who ordered the murder of Sosa Méndez and his escort.
Piden orden de captura para otros nueve implicados en crimen de José SosaLa Prensa – high-circulation Honduran daily·
Honduras· 2025-06-12
Honduras· 2025-06-12
Byron Ricardo Ruiz was a drug trafficker who ordered the kidnapping and murder of José Octavio Sosa Méndez.
Tierras de Magdaleno Meza son parte del conflicto de carteles en Las MaríasLa Prensa – high-circulation Honduran daily·Honduras· 2025-04-15
Honduras· 2025-04-15Byron Ricardo Ruiz was involved in a fierce dispute with José Rafael Sosa Méndez over drug trafficking control.
Cartel Jalisco Nueva Generación secuestró a hondureñosLa Prensa – high-circulation Honduran daily·Honduras· 2025-04-02
Honduras· 2025-04-02