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news El Financiero 2026-04-02

Mexican Authorities Crack Down on Extortion Ring Using Call Centers

The Mexican authorities have launched a successful operation against an extortion ring operating from call centers in Edomex, detaining dozens of individuals and seizing over 60 locations. The operation, code-named 'Desconexión', aimed to disrupt the ring's structure and finances, revealing a systematic pattern of illegal activity through phone calls, text messages, and online platforms.

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