El Viejo
El Viejo was reported to be the main leader of the Tren de Aragua, a notorious transnational criminal gang that originated from Venezuela's Tocorón prison and has since expanded its operations throughout Latin America. He was known for orchestrating extortion, kidnappings, and threats against local communities. His criminal activities drew significant attention from law enforcement, culminating in his death during a confrontation with Colombian authorities in Norte de Santander.
Not in the pool (under ¢1).
Recent news mentions
El Viejo is identified as a suspected collaborator in drug trafficking and is currently at large.
juez liga a proceso a ocho presuntos sicarios por tres delitos
Guatemala· 2025-12-17
El Viejo is considered by authorities as an operator of drug trafficking residing in Guatemala City.
así operaba la red criminal de “El Viejo”, presunto narco que sigue prófugoGuatemala· 2025-12-12El Viejo is another leader of the criminal structure associated with el Costeño.
Buscan a cabecillas de 'la Zaga', banda al mando de 'el Costeño', clave en ataque a Miguel Uribe
Colombia· 2025-07-11
El Viejo is identified as a presumed member of the criminal organization known as 'G-5'.
tenían centro de falsificación de billetes
Honduras· 2025-06-22
El Viejo was a presumed leader of the criminal gang Tren de Aragua who was killed during a confrontation with authorities.
Muere presunto cabecilla del Tren de Aragua en enfrentamiento con autoridades
Dominican Republic· 2025-06-11