Ten police officers were killed in coordinated gang attacks in Guatemala following prison riots by Barrio 18 gang members, prompting the government to declare a 30-day state of emergency. The gang demanded privileges and attacked police, leading to arrests without judicial orders. The violence has caused fear and outrage, with increased security measures in place as the country mourns the fallen officers and grapples with ongoing gang violence and unrest. Gang leader Aldo “El Lobo” Duppie’s actions have intensified the situation, with the government taking drastic measures to address the escalating crisis.
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