Colombia Expels 'Javi,' Brother of Los Choneros Leader 'Fito,' Suspected of Criminal Activities

Migración Colombia has expelled Ronald Macías, known as alias 'Javi,' the brother of Los Choneros cartel leader alias 'Fito.' 'Javi' was apprehended in Bogotá and is wanted via an Interpol Red Notice for multiple crimes, including homicide, money laundering, illicit enrichment, and conspiracy. Ecuadorian authorities indicate that Macías played a key role in the organization's international expansion following 'Fito's' rise. Colombia's expulsion of 'Javi' is part of a coordinated effort between Colombian and Ecuadorian authorities to combat transnational criminal organizations. The director of Migración Colombia emphasized the importance of cooperation and coordinated actions to disrupt criminal operations in the region. This action follows previous extraditions of other individuals linked to Ecuadorian criminal groups. 'Javi' has been handed over to Ecuadorian authorities to face justice.

The expulsion of 'Javi,' brother of a major cartel leader, from Colombia to Ecuador demonstrates international cooperation in combating organized crime and its cross-border impact.