Julio Alberto Martínez

Julio Alberto Martínez, also known as 'Negro Tulio', is a notorious leader of the Chone Killers, a powerful criminal organization based in Ecuador. In May 2024, he was captured in an upscale area of Ciudad de Panamá, marking a significant victory for law enforcement in the region. The Chone Killers are known for their involvement in drug trafficking, particularly using properties in Durán, Ecuador, as storage for large quantities of cocaine destined for Europe and North America. Martínez's arrest underscores ongoing efforts to combat organized crime in Ecuador and demonstrates the importance of international cooperation in addressing transnational criminal networks.