Eight police officers killed in Guatemala attacks

Authorities in Guatemala have accused gangs of killing eight police officers in retaliation for the government’s refusal to transfer gang leaders to a lower-security prison, amidst a crisis where inmates had taken hostages in three prisons. An operation led to the rescue of nine hostages at the Renovacion I prison, while gang-related violence continues to escalate, with the government refusing to negotiate with criminals. President Bernardo Arevalo convened an emergency cabinet meeting, and the U.S. Embassy issued a security alert advising personnel to shelter in place. With a high homicide rate linked to gang violence, the situation remains critical as the government seeks to maintain security.

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