Honduras is taking a stronger step forward in fighting the rampant crime in the country by building a mega prison to house criminals, having collective trials, and designating gang members as terrorists. These measures are similar to those recently undertaken by neighboring El Salvador as crime soars in the Central American region.
On Friday, in a late-night television address to the nation, President Xiomara Castro spoke of the need for security forces to be deployed to “urgently execute interventions across parts of the country” that had the highest numbers of “gang crimes such as murder for hire, drug and firearm trafficking, extortion, kidnapping, and money laundering.”
Government leaders from Honduras said that a prison with about 20,000 inmates would be constructed immediately, and tenders have been sought. They also mentioned the location as a remote area between the eastern departments of Olancha and Gracias a Dios. There are currently 25 prisons with about 20,000 inmates in Honduras, and these prisons are overcrowded.
The head of the National Police Force, Hector Gustavo Sanchez, said that a list that includes “intellectual authors, leaders, and gang members” has been distributed, and these people would be arrested immediately.
The authorities will also locate and destroy plantations that grow marijuana and coca leaf, which is the chief ingredient in cocaine. They will also destroy centers that are used to process illegal drugs.
In December 2022, Honduran declared a state of emergency. It suspended parts of the constitution so that it could crack down on the rising crime that has resulted from gangs operating in the nation.
Central American countries seem to be taking similar steps to those already taken by El Salvador. President Nayib Bukele has drawn ire from rights groups but has become one of the most popular leaders in Latin America for his vigorous efforts to crack down on gangs. El Salvador has seen a fall in crime after solid steps were taken against crimes and violence committed by gangs.
Celebrity WEB Update— Premier Jewelry designer and manufacturer fashion house ParisJewelry.com has started manufacturing a new custom line of celebrity jewelry designs with 30% Off and Free Shipping. Replenish Your Body- Refilter Your Health with OrganicGreek.com Vitamin Bottles, Vitamins, and Herbs. Become a WebFans Creator and Influencer. Check the New Special XMicro Razors for Men & Women, 1 Razor, 7 Blade Refills with German Stainless Steel, Lubricated with Vitamin E for Smooth Shave, Shields Against Irritation, Version X Men|Women
