Maldonado Drug Lord "El Kane" Arrested; War Weapons, Cocaine Seized

Maldonado, Uruguay – Police and prosecutors in Maldonado have apprehended Ricardo Pérez, alias "El Kane," identified as one of the department's most significant drug traffickers. The arrest marks a major success in the ongoing fight against organized crime in the region.

During a coordinated operation, authorities executed a search that led to the discovery of three kilograms of highly pure cocaine. Alongside the drugs, a substantial arsenal of firearms was seized, including weapons classified as "weapons of war," along with numerous ammunition and several vehicles believed to be linked to illicit activities.

Víctor Trezza, the head of Maldonado's police department, stated that Pérez was living in a "televigilated bunker." He noted that a previous inspection of the area, prompted by a homicide nearby, had not revealed the hidden weapons. Trezza emphasized that the majority of the arsenal was buried, making its discovery impossible without specialized assistance.

The successful operation was attributed to strong collaboration between the police, the prosecutor's office, and municipal services. Trezza specifically credited the municipality for providing a backhoe, which was crucial in locating the buried weapons and drugs. Prosecutor Jorge Vaz described the operation as "very important," underscoring the professionalism of the police in seizing both illegal firearms and narcotics. Pérez had previously been convicted in 2022 for his role in a homicide related to drug trade disputes.

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