Venezuela's military detain gang members headed to Trinidad

Military officials in Venezuela intercepted two vessels with 30 nationals, three of whom were suspected gang members, which were on their way to Trinidad.

Media outlets, Tane Tanae and El Periodico del Delta reported that members of the Guardia Nacional intercepted the boats at Punta Pescador, Tucupita, Delta Amacuro state, last weekend.

Tane Tanae identified the three suspected members of the Los Bachacos criminal group among those detained.

El Periodico del Delta reported that the gang suspects are involved in human trafficking.

No further details were given.