Peru detains nine Ecuadorians linked to Los Tiguerones; US embassy confirms

Peruvian authorities detained nine Ecuadorian nationals allegedly affiliated with the transnational gang Los Tiguerones, in an operation acknowledged by the US Embassy in Lima. The arrests signal cross-border law enforcement cooperation against organized crime, though the specific charges and evidence remain undisclosed. This development underscores the regional reach of Ecuadorian gangs and potential security implications for neighboring states.