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  • January 6, 2026

Violent Extortion Network Neutralized in Matina Police Sweep

Limón, Costa Rica — MATINA, Limón – The business community in the canton of Matina is experiencing a wave of…
  • December 20, 2025

US Secretary of State Applauds Costa Rica’s Anti-Drug Efforts

San José, Costa Rica — San José, Costa Rica – In a significant endorsement of Costa Rica’s security strategy, United…
  • December 19, 2025

Crime Infiltrates Costa Rica’s Tourist Paradise

Alajuela, Costa Rica — LA FORTUNA DE SAN CARLOS – The lush landscapes and world-famous volcano that make La Fortuna…
  • December 19, 2025

Two Arrested in Targeted Hone Creek Drug Raid

Limón, Costa Rica — HONE CREEK, Limón – Agents from the Judicial Investigation Organism (OIJ) executed a targeted raid on…
  • December 13, 2025

New Law Unleashes Round-the-Clock Raids in Costa Rica

San José, Costa Rica — San José, Costa Rica – In a landmark decision celebrated by security experts, Costa Rica…
  • December 11, 2025

Americas Shield Alliance Forged to Combat Regional Crime

San José, Costa Rica — San José, Costa Rica – In a landmark move aimed at reshaping regional security policy,…
  • December 2, 2025

Hidalgo Pledges Fiscal Discipline and BCR Sale to Combat Crime

San José, Costa Rica — SAN JOSÉ – In a clear articulation of his economic and security platform, Social Christian…
  • November 19, 2025

Suspected Hitman Arrested in Liberia for March Homicide

Guanacaste, Costa Rica — LIBERIA, Guanacaste – After a meticulous and lengthy investigation, agents from the Judicial Investigation Organism (OIJ)…
  • November 3, 2025

Robbery Victim’s Digital Revenge Ignites National Debate

San José, Costa Rica — In a case that straddles the line between desperation and digital retribution, an ordinary street…
  • October 20, 2025

Drastic Measures Proposed as Costa Rica Faces Record Homicides

San José, Costa Rica — SAN JOSÉ – As Costa Rica grapples with an unprecedented wave of violence fueled by…