They were mere 'Lisos': Gang dedicated to stealing high-end vehicles in Medellín falls
The Metropolitan Police, in joint work with the Prosecutor General's Office and the Mayor's Office of Medellín, captured three alleged members of the criminal group 'Los Lisos' in the Laureles neighborhood, who were dedicated to stealing high-end vehicles in the city. These individuals were already wanted for qualified and aggravated theft, criminal conspiracy, and trademark forgery.
TL;DR
- Three men, allegedly part of the 'Los Lisos' gang, were arrested in Medellín.
- The gang specialized in stealing high-end vehicles using signal jammers and universal controls.
- The investigation lasted over a year and involved analyzing evidence from seven different theft incidents.
- Authorities seized two high-end vehicles, over 40 fake license plates, a firearm, and electronic devices.
- The gang's method involved identifying victims, distracting them, and using universal controls to steal the cars without forced entry.
- Stolen vehicles were fitted with fake plates to evade police and security cameras.
- The group originated in Bogotá 10 years ago and had an estimated illicit income of over $1.4 billion.
- The arrested individuals, aged 43 to 58, have been handed over to the Prosecutor's Office for prosecution.