U.S. and Venezuela confirm joint strike kills Tren de Aragua leader Niño Guerrero

A strike carried out in Venezuela this week resulted in the death of a gang leader. The individual was identified as Niño Guerrero, a member of the Tren de Aragua organization. U.S. officials said Guerrero was wanted by American law‑enforcement agencies. Venezuelan authorities confirmed the operation was conducted jointly with U.S. forces. Both governments released statements confirming the target’s elimination. The killing marks a rare instance of direct cooperation between the two nations on a criminal case. Officials did not disclose further details about the tactical execution of the strike. The incident underscores ongoing efforts to combat transnational gang activity.