politics
May 8, 2026
Second in command of the La Sierra gang captured in Medellín, allegedly involved in crime for 20 years
Alias Huelillo or “El Carón” would have spent two decades in criminal activity, being the second in command within the La Sierra criminal gang and was captured in recent hours...
TL;DR
- Alias Huelillo, also known as “El Carón,” was captured in Medellín.
- He is believed to be the second-in-command of the La Sierra criminal gang.
- Authorities found two firearms, 41 rounds of ammunition, two communication radios, and three cell phones during the raid.
- Huelillo has allegedly been involved in criminal activities for over 20 years.
- He is accused of coordinating territorial control and drug sales in specific sectors of Medellín.
- A warrant for his arrest had been active since 2018.
- La Sierra gang is known for homicides, extortion, micro-trafficking, and territorial control.
- The gang has formed alliances with other criminal networks, including groups linked to the Clan del Golfo and Tren de Aragua.