Colombia extradited Dayonis Junior Orozco Castillo, known as ‘Botija,’ a leader of the notorious Venezuelan gang Tren de Aragua, to Chile on Thursday. Orozco Castillo is accused of murdering a Chilean police officer, a carabineros, in April 2024. The extradition marks a significant step in cross-border cooperation to combat organized crime. Chilean authorities will now pursue legal proceedings against him for the homicide. The Tren de Aragua gang is known for involvement in various crimes, including drug trafficking, extortion and homicide, in both Venezuela and neighboring countries. This extradition signals a firm response to the gang's expanding reach. The case highlights growing concerns regarding transnational criminal activity in South America.