Dario Penafiel, known as "Topo," allegedly worked closely with one of Ecuador's most powerful drug lords, Adolfo Macias, alias "Fito." ...

A leading figure in one of Ecuador's biggest drug-trafficking gangs has been arrested in Mexico City, officials say. Ángel Esteban Aguilar Morales - better known as Lobo Menor, or Little Wolf - was ...

Gang splintering reshapes Ecuador's criminal landscape Homicides rise over 36% despite military operations Criminal groups diversify activities, recruit minors for drug sales GUAYAQUIL/QUITO, Oct 29 ...