Man arrested in Colombia becomes first alleged Tren de Aragua member to face terrorism charges

Published April 24, 2025 10:08am ET



A man arrested in Colombia is the first to face terrorism charges over his alleged affiliation with Tren de Aragua.

Tren de Aragua is among the gangs labeled as terrorist organizations by Secretary of State Marco Rubio. Jose Enrique Martinez Flores, 24, is allegedly a high-ranking member of TdA.

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