Paraguayan Prison Guard Arrested with Over 2 Kilos of Marijuana

Authorities in Pedro Juan Caballero, Paraguay, have arrested a prison guard found in possession of more than 2 kilograms of marijuana. The detention occurred on a public street in the departmental capital, and investigators suspect the confiscated drugs were destined for distribution within the regional penitentiary. The arrested individual has been identified as Alcides Ramírez González, 43, who has a history of criminal charges. His previous offenses include charges related to the release of prisoners, obstruction of justice, and criminal association in 2020, as well as non-compliance with legal child support obligations.

In addition to the marijuana, a Volkswagen Golf automobile and a mobile phone belonging to Ramírez González were seized by the police. According to Commissioner José Delgado, head of investigations, the capture was the result of intelligence work. Delgado stated that the drugs were intended for "resupplying the prison population," indicating they were to be sold inside the Pedro Juan Caballero Regional Penitentiary.

Ramírez González is also implicated in a major prison escape that occurred in January 2020, where nearly thirty inmates fled the facility. He is among those awaiting a public trial for that incident. Despite his prior record and involvement in the escape, Ramírez González had continued to serve in his capacity at the penitentiary. Officials from the Ministry of Justice and Human Rights have not yet issued a statement regarding the case.