Anibal Alexander Canelon Aguirre, a key leader of the Venezuelan Tren de Aragua, was apprehended in Nebraska, following a Homeland Security Task Force investigation.
Why it matters. The arrest of a prominent Tren de Aragua figure could impact the organization's operations and Venezuela's efforts to combat drug trafficking.
The Justice Department announced the apprehension of Anibal Alexander Canelon Aguirre also known as “Prometheus” and “The Engineer,” 50, of Venezuela.
“Since President Trump designated Tren de Aragua a foreign terrorist organization, the Department of Justice has charged nearly 350 of its members and associates with brutal violent crimes,” said Attorney General Todd Blanche. “The capture and arrest of Anibal Alexander Canelon Aguirre marks yet another success for the Homeland Security Task Force and Joint Task Force Vulcan.
The Justice Department announced the apprehension of Anibal Alexander Canelon Aguirre also known as “Prometheus” and “The Engineer,” 50, of Venezuela. Anibal Alexander Canelon Aguirre was added to the FBI’s “Top 10 Most Wanted Fugitives” list in March of 2026.
