FBI Celebrates Key Arrest of MS-13 Leader Amid Enhanced International Collaboration
FBI Director Patel hails arrest of MS-13 leader Bardales, emphasizing U.S.-Mexico cooperation in combating organized crime and securing safer communities.
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FBI Director Kash Patel announced the arrest of MS-13 leader Francisco Javier Roman-Bardales in Mexico, highlighting a major success in U.S.-Mexico law enforcement collaboration. Pediolescent Bardales, wanted for directing gang activity across the U.S., Mexico, and El Salvador, was captured during an operation in Veracruz. Patel noted this arrest marks the third capture of a top fugitive since Trump took office, emphasizing the improved resources of the FBI and Justice Department under AG Pam Bondi. This comes shortly after Mexico handed over numerous cartel members, bolstering efforts against drug trafficking and organized crime.
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Francisco Javier Roman-Bardales is an alleged senior leader of the MS-13 gang. He is charged with conspiracy to provide and conceal material support and resources to terrorists; narco-terrorism conspiracy; racketeering conspiracy; and alien smuggling conspiracy, among other offenses related to violence and drug distribution in the U.S. and El Salvador.
The arrest of Roman-Bardales signifies a significant success in U.S.-Mexico law enforcement collaboration, highlighting enhanced cooperation in combating organized crime and securing safer communities.
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