Peru Arrests 17 in Major Money Laundering Case Linked to 'El Monstruo'

Seventeen Arrested in Peru for Laundering Millions for Notorious Criminal 'El Monstruo' A major money laundering operation has been uncovered in Peru, leading to the arrest of 17 individuals allegedly funneling nearly half a million soles and over $9,000 to Brazil, Bolivia, and Paraguay. The funds are suspected to be proceeds from extortion rackets run by a criminal known only as 'El Monstruo.' Police released exclusive footage of the arrests, showing individuals being apprehended and financial documents detailing the transactions. Among those arrested were close associates of 'El Monstruo,' including family members. Daniela Gutierrez Jabo, one of those detained, is alleged to have sent 74,000 soles to 'El Monstruo' through transfers to Bolivia, Paraguay, and Argentina. Another suspect, Alejandro Castro Jabo, allegedly sent more than 50,000 soles to 'El Monstruo' while he was in Paraguay. "This is a significant blow to organized crime in Peru," stated a police official involved in the investigation (the official's name was not provided for security reasons). The investigation is ongoing, and authorities are working to uncover the full extent of the criminal network's activities. The arrests highlight the determination of Peruvian authorities to combat organized crime and bring those responsible for financial crimes to justice. The success of this operation sends a strong message that such activities will not be tolerated.