This multi-faceted operation was a result of coordinated efforts between the National Police of Colombia, the National Central Office of Interpol, and their counterparts in Chile,<\/b> as a part of the ongoing *El Paccto* program aimed at combating transnational crime.<\/p>\n The arrest was made possible by an Interpol red notice,<\/b> which facilitated the identification of Mej\u00eda Hern\u00e1ndez, who was wanted for qualified homicide in Chile. Major General Carlos Fernando Triana, director of the National Police, expressed gratitude towards the directors of the \u00a0Investigative Police (PDI)\u00a0 of Chile and the \u00a0Carabineros de Chile\u00a0 for their collaborative efforts in the operation.<\/p>\n Alberto Carlos Mej\u00eda Hern\u00e1ndez had been on the run since July, having been mistakenly released from detention by an error on July 10, 2023. The eighth Court of Guarantee of Santiago had only ordered preventive detention for Mej\u00eda and others accused of the \u00a0murder of Jos\u00e9 Felipe Reyes Ossa\u00a0, infamously known as “The King of Meiggs,” which took place on June 19 in \u00a0\u00d1u\u00f1oa\u00a0, Santiago.<\/p>\n Currently, the Chilean Prosecutor’s Office is investigating the circumstances surrounding Mej\u00eda’s release, including potential manipulations of judicial systems that could have facilitated his escape.<\/p>\n The successful arrest involved extensive cooperation between various law enforcement agencies, including both Chilean and Colombian entities,<\/b> and measures were taken to ensure Mej\u00eda\u2019s location was secure. In an effort to evade capture, he altered his appearance, dyeing his hair blonde. However, authorities were able to identify him through a distinctive tattoo found on his arm, which had been recorded prior to his escape.<\/p>\n This thorough search process initially suspected that Mej\u00eda may have sought refuge in Argentina or Peru,<\/b> but ultimately, investigators discovered he was hiding in Colombia all along. His capture was the result of meticulous detective work, emphasizing both transnational collaboration and the intelligence sharing between police departments.<\/p>\n The murder for which Mej\u00eda is charged occurred in June 2023, when the “King of Meiggs” was killed by \u00a0Venezuelan hitmen allegedly hired\u00a0 by an associate, \u00a0Wilson Verdugo\u00a0. During the investigation, another name came to light, that of \u00a0Jorge Tom\u00a0, a Colombian businessman with alleged ties to the crime. However, \u00a0Iguana Producciones\u00a0, the company Tom founded, categorically denied any involvement with the incident.<\/p>\n As the investigation continues, Mej\u00eda Hern\u00e1ndez will face extradition proceedings to Chile, where he is required to answer for his role in the \u00a0qualified homicide\u00a0 of Reyes Ossa.<\/b> Major General Triana stated that the capture not only dismantles a crucial part of the Aragua Train but also sends a strong message against organized crime in both countries.<\/p>\n In summary, the arrest of Alberto Carlos Mej\u00eda Hern\u00e1ndez is a testament to the collaborative efforts of law enforcement agencies across borders. It highlights how an organized response to transnational crime can be effective, combining resources and intelligence to secure justice and safety for the people of Colombia and Chile alike.<\/p>\n![\"The](\"https:\/\/teknomers.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/1755391563_659_The-tattoo-that-led-to-the-capture-of-one-of.jpeg\")
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