Ecuador's Attorney General to review release of 'Gato Jeremy', nephew of Colón Pico

Ecuador's Attorney General's Office announced it will review the actions of the fiscal team involved in the release of Jeremy J. B., known as ‘Gato Jeremy’ and nephew of Colón Pico. The announcement came in a statement on August 22, 2026, following criticism from the Minister of the Interior.

The office stated it would examine the fiscal team's performance during the flagrancy hearing after Jeremy J. B.'s arrest in Quito on August 18, 2026. He was charged with alleged illegal possession and carrying of weapons. The Attorney General's Office reaffirmed its commitment to legality and due process, vowing no impunity.

This review was prompted by Interior Minister John Reimberg, who publicly criticized the prosecution's handling of the case. Reimberg expressed his intent to file a formal complaint against what he termed "bad elements" within the prosecution service. He urged those who fear retaliation to step down from their positions.

Additionally, the National Police voiced its disagreement with the judicial decision that replaced pretrial detention for Jeremy J. B. and Geraldo M. Both were arrested during Operation Atlas 124 on charges of illegal arms possession. The police expressed dissatisfaction with the court's decision, which mandated travel restrictions and periodic reporting instead of detention, and affirmed their support for their agents' investigative work.