The purpose is to use open-source information to build a holistic and accurate understanding of TCOs’ activities in Mexico and the Northern Triangle for analyses and operational decision-making. MS-13), operating in Mexico and the Northern Triangle. Enhancing data collection, integration, analysis, and information sharing capabilities is necessary to keep pace with the rapidly changing dynamics of TCOs’ activities.Ĭurrently, the Geospatial Research Unit (GRU) at the National Consortium for the Study of Terrorism and Responses to Terrorism (START) is leading a joint research project with partnering DHS Centers of Excellence, the Criminal Investigations and Network Analysis Center (CINA) and the Center for Acceleration Operational Efficiency (CAOE), to develop a multi-pronged approach to triangulate open source information about TCOs, including major Cartels and gangs (e.g. As TCOs form more sophisticated networks and means of transnational operation, it is necessary to consider ways to better exploit data sources to assist forward-deployed border security operations. The growth in criminal density and geographical expansion of TCOs across Mexico and the Northern Triangle produce great instability in the region along the United States’ southern border. Crimes include murder, trafficking and smuggling of drugs, weapons, humans, as well as corruption, financial crimes, and illicit procurement of materials and technology. In recent years, TCOs have increasingly embraced new violent practices and advanced strategies to circumvent homeland security. Mexico and the Northern Triangle (Guatemala, Honduras and El Salvador) serve as operational centers and conduits-by air, land, and sea-for TCOs’ illicit goods and activities reaching the United States. Transnational Criminal Organizations (TCOs) and related actors pose significant threats to homeland security. Each week, for four weeks in June 2020, START will release a new infographic that depicts cartel operations in Mexico.
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