Despite being incarcerated at La Reforma penitentiary center in Alajuela, Costa Rica since January 2025, alleged drug kingpin Edwin Vargas García, known as "Sobrino," is accused of continuing to oversee an extortionate loan operation commonly referred to as "gota a gota." Messages have surfaced revealing how Vargas García allegedly directed this network from within prison walls. The "gota a gota" scheme involves predatory lending practices with extremely high-interest rates. Authorities are investigating the extent of the network and how Vargas García maintained communication and control while imprisoned. This case highlights concerns about criminal activity continuing from within Costa Rica’s correctional facilities. The investigation is ongoing to identify all those involved in facilitating the illegal operation.