Mass trial for 486 alleged MS-13 gang leaders begins in El Salvador

An unprecedented mass trial against 486 alleged MS-13 gang leaders has begun in El Salvador, collectively accused of thousands of crimes.

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This mass trial illustrates the scale of gang-related security crisis in El Salvador.

The case represents a major judicial attempt to combat regional organized crime.

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