In the region, the growing diversification of organized criminal groups’ activities is increasingly evident. From the Pablo Escobar-style bosses of the past, there has been a shift to criminal networks. The main consequence of this change is that institutions need more sophisticated strategies. Arresting the leaders of an organization does not always yield great results, as power vacuums are often created, leading to increased violence, instability, and the evolution of other criminal groups. International cooperation is necessary because these organizations have no geographical boundaries (…).