Howard Wilfredo Barillas Morales
Howard Wilfredo Barillas Morales, also known as el Matazetas, is identified as a key leader of a criminal organization within the Pavoncito prison in Guatemala. His influence extends over various illicit activities, including extortion and the management of illegal enterprises within the facility. Recently, he was in the news due to an attempted transfer by security forces, which sparked a violent uprising among inmates, highlighting the ongoing issues of control and violence within the prison system.
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Guatemala:
Howard Wilfredo Barillas Morales, alias el Matazetas, was involved in illicit businesses and extortion calls within the prison.
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Guatemala:
Howard Wilfredo Barillas Morales, alias 'el Matazetas', was also transferred to the prison Renovación 1 and was involved in controlling criminal activities.
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Guatemala:
Howard Wilfredo Barillas Morales, alias 'el Matazetas', is a notorious inmate in Guatemala known for his control over prisons and criminal activities.
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Guatemala:
Howard Wilfredo Barillas Morales is identified as the leader of one of the two criminal structures controlling the Pavoncito prison.
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