Intelligence reports from Costa Rica’s DIS agency indicate connections between active and former police officers and at least four smuggling groups operating in the southern zone. These groups are involved in the illegal trafficking of alcohol and cigarettes. The reports suggest the criminal organizations are advising smugglers to ram police checkpoints, known as “retenes,” possibly to disrupt law enforcement efforts. The DIS investigation details the operation of these smuggling rings and raises concerns about potential corruption within the Fuerza Pública – Costa Rica’s national police force. Authorities are currently reviewing the reports to determine the extent of police involvement and initiate appropriate action. This investigation underscores ongoing challenges related to organized crime and border security in the region. The findings could lead to disciplinary measures or criminal charges against implicated officers.