The gang dismantled on Tuesday morning operated despite the fact its leader was imprisoned in Nicaragua. Martínez Fajardo, also known as “Pollo”, had designated “area managers” to conduct his illegal operations. Wálter Espinoza, director of the OIJ, said that the orders and guidelines for the gang’s illegal business in Costa Rica came from the northern […]
Archives for March 2017
OIJ breaks narco structure
Agents of the Judicial Investigation Agency (OIJ) made 44 raids in different sectors of the capital with the purpose of dismantling a group of drug traffickers. Confidential sources mentioned that the group would be led by a subject known as “Pollo”, who is imprisoned in Nicaragua. Judicial authorities arrested at least 30 people and seized […]
Suspension of bus stops in Curridabat and Tres Ríos
The residents of Granadilla in Curridabat and San Ramón in Tres Ríos who use the bus service must now get used to the fact that several regular bus stops will be suspended until April 15th. The Ministry of Public Works and Transport (MOPT) is conducting repair works in the main street to Granadilla, which forces […]
Which public institutions grant the best working benefits?
According to the Comptroller’s Office, three public institutions grant the best working incentives. They are: -Costa Rican Oil Refinery (RECOPE) -The Social Protection Board -The Costa Rican Institute of Tourism Do you want a good job? For 2017, Recope plans to spend ¢ 10,590 million on fixed salaries. However, the incentives for its workers will […]
A man is under investigation for wearing a Public Force shirt and carrying a gun
The Public Prosecutor is investigating a man surnamed Siezo Alvarado who was arrested in Pérez Zeledón after wearing a Public Force T-shirt and carrying a firearm. The events took place last Friday and he is serving 2 weeks in pre-trial detention while investigating the case in Barrio Cocorí de Pérez Zeledón. According to the Public […]
A Canadian citizen wasn’t allowed to enter The United States
A ban on a Canadian citizen to enter the United States sparked controversy in Canada’s parliament, where the opposition blamed the silence of Justin Trudeau’s administration regarding President Donald Trump’s immigration policy. A 30-year-old Canadian, who is used to traveling to the United States, was rejected last Sunday at the border on the pretext that […]