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El Salvador asks for life imprisonment for 564 criminal leaders

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Briefings

El Salvador has requested the death penalty for 564 leaders of the Barrio 18 criminal group, which is associated with over 14,400 crimes including rebellion, qualified homicide, and terrorism. This request was made on October 23, 2026, and the evidence indicates the group is linked to significant violent activities across the country.

Key points

• El Salvador requested the death penalty for 564 leaders of the Barrio 18 group.
• The Barrio 18 group is associated with over 14,400 crimes including rebellion and terrorism.

Context

This request follows a long-standing pattern of El Salvador seeking harsh penalties for organized crime leaders, with the Barrio 18 group being one of the most prominent and violent entities in the region.

Limitations

The evidence only confirms the request for death penalty and the group's association with specific crime types; it does not provide details on the number of victims, specific crimes committed by the leaders, or the current status of the group's activities.

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