Jacobo Andres Soto Rivera

Known by the alias 'Gordillo', Jacobo Andres Soto Rivera is a Costa Rican national recently arrested for his alleged involvement in international cocaine trafficking. At 39 years old, he has reportedly taken over leadership within a criminal organization previously led by the Picado Grijalba brothers, who are also sought for extradition by the United States. Soto Rivera was linked to a significant criminal operation that involved the theft and transportation of fuel from tankers and pipelines, and he was actively sought by authorities since late 2024. His recent apprehension in Limón marks a notable development in ongoing efforts to dismantle organized crime in the region.