U.S. Doubles Reward to $5 Million for Capture of Tren de Aragua Leader

The United States government has doubled its reward to $5 million for information leading to the arrest of a key leader of the Tren de Aragua criminal organization. This substantial increase highlights the gang's growing threat to regional security and American interests. Authorities seek information on Héctor Guerrero Flores, also known as "Niño Guerrero." The U.S. Department of State identifies him as a prominent figure within the Venezuelan gang. Tren de Aragua began as a prison gang but has expanded across Latin America. U.S. officials now classify it as a transnational criminal organization. The group is involved in drug trafficking, human smuggling, extortion, and violent crimes. The reward is offered under the U.S. Narcotics Rewards Program. It guarantees confidentiality for informants and may include relocation for their safety. The program aims to dismantle the gang's leadership structure and disrupt its operations. This enhanced reward signals a major escalation in international efforts to combat the organization.