Costa Rican judicial authorities have detained two former professional football players suspected of ties to a criminal organization known as “Pecho de Rata.” The Office of Judicial Investigation (OIJ) confirmed the arrests as part of an ongoing investigation into the group’s activities. Details regarding the specific nature of the players’ alleged involvement have not been fully disclosed. The investigation targets a suspected criminal structure, indicating potential broader implications beyond the involvement of the former athletes. Authorities are continuing to gather evidence and pursue further leads in the case. The former footballers’ identities have not been publicly released by the OIJ at this time, pending further legal proceedings. This case raises concerns about potential criminal infiltration within Costa Rican professional sports.