Celso Moreira
EcuadorcriminalMale2.0Global Dominance: 0.00%Celso Moreira, known by his alias 'Patucho Celso', is a notorious figure linked to organized crime in Ecuador. Recently recaptured in Manabí, he has been identified as a key leader of the criminal group Los Choneros. Moreira has faced multiple legal challenges, including charges of organized crime and illegal possession of firearms. His criminal activities have led to significant law enforcement actions, including the freezing of his assets and property. In a previous incident, he gained notoriety for being arrested at a 'narcofiesta' in 2024 but was later released under alternative measures. His re-arrest highlights ongoing efforts by the Ecuadorian government to combat organized crime.
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Celso Moreira, alias Patucho Celso, is a leader of Los Choneros and was extradited to the United States.
Número de extradiciones activas y pasivas se incrementaron en Ecuador desde 2024; más de 100 procesos están en trámite | Política | NoticiasEcuador· 2026-07-30
Celso Moreira, alias Patucho Celso, was also extradited to the United States as part of the crackdown on Los Choneros.
‘La captura y la extradición de cabecillas por sí solas no producen una reducción sostenida de la violencia’: analistas creen que hay desafíos para seguir el combate contra las bandas | Seguridad | NoticiasEcuador· 2026-07-12
Celso Moreira, alias Patucho Celso, is the second individual extradited to the United States alongside Javier Peñafiel Nieto.
Alias ‘Topo’ y ‘Patucho Celso’ ya fueron extraditados a EE. UU. | Seguridad | NoticiasEcuador· 2026-06-19Celso Moreira, alias Patucho Celso, is processed for organized crime and possession of a firearm.
Justicia notifica a organismos bloqueo de cuentas e incautación de bienes de alias ‘Patucho Celso’ | Seguridad | NoticiasEcuador· 2025-09-10
