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Saturday, Jul 05, 2025

Costa Rican Drug Bust Exposes Links with Law Enforcement: Nationwide Operations Target Criminal Gangs

Four police officers arrested for ties to drug trafficking rings as cyber tensions rise between Costa Rica and China
In a landmark move, Costa Rica's Judicial Investigation Organization has dismantled a notorious criminal group involved in drug trafficking, uncovering shocking affiliations within its own ranks.

The operation led to the arrest of four police officers and a judicial technician, suspected of aiding the gang's illicit activities that spanned drug sales, loansharking, and even homicides in the regions of Aserrí and Acosta.

The arrests come after extensive investigations into the gang’s complex operations, highlighting the challenges posed by criminal networks that can infiltrate law enforcement units.

This high-profile case casts a spotlight on issues of corruption and the internal security vulnerabilities within Costa Rica’s law enforcement agencies.

In another domestic crisis, Costa Rica's air travel was significantly disrupted by the unexpected closure of Daniel Oduber Quirós International Airport in Liberia.

This closure, attributed to a shortage of air traffic controllers, resulted in numerous flights being cancelled and passengers left stranded.

The situation underscores ongoing labor disputes between air traffic controllers and the government, which is currently negotiating to resolve the conflict.

The fallout has affected travel plans and posed economic challenges due to the halted operations.

Meanwhile, on the international stage, Costa Rica is navigating geopolitically sensitive waters as it, alongside the United States, accused cybercriminal groups based in China of orchestrating cyberattacks against its telecommunications and technological infrastructure.

Although the accusations have been rejected by Chinese officials, the incident exacerbates existing global cybersecurity concerns and the need for robust international collaboration in addressing such threats.

These developments across different sectors underline the multifaceted challenges Costa Rica faces today, from battling entrenched crime and addressing labor disputes to fortifying cybersecurity defenses amidst global geopolitical tensions.
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