Authorities arrest “El duende nocturno” in Rosario for six violent robberies

Police in Rosario arrested a man known as “El duende nocturno,” suspected of involvement in at least six violent robberies that took place in January. The individual was part of a gang that operated with significant aggression, according to the investigation.

In a police operation in Rosario, the capital of Santa Fe province, “El duende nocturno,” a nicknamed suspect, was captured for his role in multiple assaults. The criminal incidents, totaling at least six, occurred during the month of January and involved home invasion tactics with a high level of violence from the associated gang.

The arrest marks progress in combating organized crime in the region, where such robberies have raised concerns among residents. According to investigation sources, the group operated in a coordinated and aggressive manner, complicating authorities' efforts. No further details on other gang members have been reported in this initial phase of the case.

This capture highlights local police efforts to dismantle criminal networks impacting public safety in Santa Fe.

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