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Colón Pico's nephew, alias ‘Gato Jeremy,’ captured in Quito

From El Comercio · () Spanish

Translated from Spanish, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

At a glance

News Official statement Outcome reported
  • Police in Quito arrested Jeremy Alfredo Jácome Buñay, alias ‘Gato Jeremy,’ identified as a member of the Los Lobos armed group.
  • Jácome Buñay is the nephew of Colón Pico, a suspected leader of Los Lobos.
  • Authorities seized firearms, ammunition, cell phones, and a vehicle during the operation, linking the suspect to drug trafficking, extortion, and weapons offenses.

Authorities in Quito have apprehended Jeremy Alfredo Jácome Buñay, known by the alias ‘Gato Jeremy,’ who is alleged to be a key figure within the Los Lobos armed group. The arrest occurred during Operation Atlas-124, a targeted effort to enhance security in the Pichincha province.

According to the Minister of the Interior, John Reimberg, ‘Gato Jeremy’ is the nephew of Colón Pico, a figure authorities identify as a suspected leader of Los Lobos. Jácome Buñay was reportedly apprehended with two other individuals, including a 14-year-old minor, who are believed to have been part of his security detail.

The operation yielded a significant seizure, including two firearms, ammunition, six cell phones, and a truck. Investigators also discovered religious altars associated with the “Santa Muerte” and symbols linked to Colón Pico. The Ministry of the Interior stated that investigations connect ‘Gato Jeremy’ to drug trafficking, extortion, and illegal firearms activities. He has prior records for resisting arrest and weapons possession.

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Originally published by El Comercio in Spanish. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.