Costa Rica: Raids target alleged contract killing ring

Costa Rican law enforcement agencies, including the Judicial Investigation Agency (OIJ), carried out 39 raids as part of an investigation into a criminal organization allegedly involved in contract killings. The operation, dubbed "Caso Dalila," targeted suspects in Siquirres and extended to other areas, including Limón, Guanacaste, the southern region, and five penitentiary centers.

Authorities are investigating the group's alleged involvement in offering assassinations for hire. The raids were conducted on Tuesday to gather evidence and dismantle the alleged criminal network. The investigation aims to uncover the full scope of the organization's activities and bring those responsible to justice.

Details about the specific nature of the organization's operations or the number of individuals apprehended were not immediately available. However, the extensive nature of the raids, involving multiple locations and law enforcement branches, underscores the seriousness of the investigation.

The "Caso Dalila" investigation highlights ongoing efforts by Costa Rican authorities to combat organized crime and violent offenses within the country. Further details are expected to emerge as the investigation progresses and evidence is analyzed.