Foreign National and Colombian Arrested for Child Exploitation in Medellín
A theft complaint in Medellín led to the arrest of two men—one Colombian and one with dual U.S.-Canadian nationality—on charges of sexually exploiting minors. The case began when the men reported that two young women had stolen three high-end cell phones and credit cards, valued at around 7.3 million pesos, from a lodging in Laureles. […]
U.S. Dentist Ally Correa Arrested in Miami for Alleged Sexual Exploitation of Minors in Medellín
Authorities in Colombia and the United States have arrested American dentist Ally Correa, accused of sexually exploiting minors in Medellín. He was detained in Miami in a joint operation between Colombia’s National Police and U.S. Homeland Security Investigations (HSI). Investigators say Correa traveled to Medellín at least 15 times between 2023 and 2024, contacting minors […]
U.S. Citizen Expelled from Colombia Over Homicide Charges in His Country
Authorities at Medellín’s José María Córdova International Airport carried out the capture and expulsion of a U.S. citizen wanted in his home country for homicide. The joint operation, coordinated by Migración Colombia with support from the National Police, the Attorney General’s CTI, and the U.S. Marshals Service, placed the man under immigration custody before he […]
U.S. Citizen Denied Entry to Medellín Over Child Sex Crime Record
Medellín authorities continue tightening controls against child sexual exploitation. On August 14, a U.S. citizen was refused entry at José María Córdova International Airport after Colombian immigration officials detected that he had prior convictions for sexual offenses involving minors. He was intercepted while attempting to complete his immigration procedures and immediately handed over to the […]
Suspect Captured After Stealing $200 Million COP ($51,000 USD) in Jewelry from Tourist in Medellín
One suspect has been arrested in connection with the robbery of a foreign tourist who was stripped of a luxury watch and diamond-studded gold chain worth 200 million Colombian pesos (approximately $51,000 USD) in El Poblado, Medellín, on July 31. The tourist was intercepted by two armed men on a motorcycle while driving. Thanks to […]
Williams Jason Edwards Found Dead in Laureles Apartment
Authorities in Medellín have launched an investigation after an American citizen, identified as 41-year-old Williams Jason Edwards, was found dead on Monday morning, August 4, in a rented apartment in the Laureles neighborhood. The body was discovered around 9:50 a.m. after police received an alert. According to early reports, the man had gone out the […]
Travis Lee Collette Found Dead in El Poblado Hotel After Night With Two Women
An American tourist, Travis Lee Collette, 34, was found dead and naked on a hotel bed in Medellín’s El Poblado neighborhood on Thursday afternoon. Collette had checked in the night before with two women, who were later seen leaving alone around 1 a.m. Concerned relatives contacted the hotel after losing contact with him. Staff entered […]
American Man Arrested in Colombia for Abusing Over 30 Animals
Authorities in eastern Antioquia have arrested a Colombian-American man in the rural village of La Floresta, San Vicente Ferrer, for severe animal abuse and illegal possession of wildlife. A coordinated operation involving the Environmental Police, Army, Antioquia Governor’s Office, local officials, and environmental authority Cornare uncovered 37 animals in poor health, including 33 malnourished dogs […]
Hamzeh Mohammad Anasweh Sentenced to 21 Years for Child Exploitation Tied to Medellín Travel
A U.S. federal court has sentenced 57-year-old Jordanian-American Hamzeh Mohammad Anasweh to 21 years in prison for child pornography and attempted sexual abuse of minors in Medellín, Colombia. He was arrested at Miami International Airport in July 2023, just before boarding a flight to Medellín. Authorities intercepted Anasweh after an Angel Watch alert flagged him […]
Christian Krause, German National Wanted by Interpol, Arrested in Envigado for Major Fraud Scheme
A German citizen wanted by Interpol was captured in Envigado, Antioquia, as part of a coordinated operation between Colombia’s National Police and Interpol’s National Central Bureau. The suspect, identified as Christian Krause, was the subject of a red notice issued by Interpol for aggravated fraud. Authorities say he operated a sophisticated scam involving fake financial […]