US Military Strike Claims Life of Tren de Aragua Gang Leader
President Trump announces the death of Hector Rusthenford Guerrero Flores in a military operation.
Summary
- Héctor Guerrero was killed in a coordinated air strike.
- The operation was conducted in collaboration with the Venezuelan government.
- This marks a significant blow to the Tren de Aragua gang.
Key Facts
| Fact | Value |
|---|---|
| Date of Strike | June 13, 2026 |
| Gang Leader | Héctor Rusthenford Guerrero Flores |
| Operation Type | Military Air Strike |
Updates
Update at 02:34 UTC on 2026-06-13
Politico reported US kills Venezuela’s Tren de Aragua leader in military strike, Trump says Politico.
Sources: Politico
Update at 05:56 UTC on 2026-06-13
France 24 reported The leader of the Tren de Aragua gang Héctor Rusthenford Guerrero Flores, for whom the US government had offered a reward of up to $5 million, was killed during a joint operation with the United States in southern Venezuela, the two countri.
Sources: France 24
Update at 06:36 UTC on 2026-06-13
DW News reported The leader of the Venezuela-based Tren de Aragua gang has died in a US strike, US President Donald Trump says. The gang has been labeled a terrorist organization by Washington.
Sources: DW News
Update at 14:35 UTC on 2026-06-13
Financial Times reported Trump administration said it killed Héctor Guerrero in co-ordination with the government of Delcy Rodríguez.
Sources: Financial Times