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Alleged Narco-Terrorist Leader "Araña" Extradited to U.S. from Colombia
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Alleged Narco-Terrorist 'Araña' Extradited to U.S. from Colombia

Geovany Andres Rojas, known as “Araña,” a Colombian national accused of narco-terrorism and cocaine trafficking, has been extradited to the United States from Colombia. He arrived in San Diego on September 25, 2026, after being handed over to U.S. officials.

09/28/2026 · Miami-Dade County edition

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MIAMI-DADE COUNTY – Geovany Andres Rojas, also known as “Araña” and accused of being a high-level narco-terrorist and significant cocaine trafficker, arrived in the United States on September 25, 2026, following his extradition from Colombia. U.S. officials took custody of Rojas early Friday morning at a Colombian National Police air base in Bogotá. Colombian President Abelardo de la Espriella attended the handover. Rojas arrived at an undisclosed location in San Diego at 4:30 p.m. PST, accompanied by Drug Enforcement Administration and Federal Bureau of Investigation agents.

The extradition stems from an investigation targeting prolific cocaine trafficking operations. Rojas's alleged role as a narco-terrorist leader suggests criminal activity beyond drug trafficking.

Specific charges and the duration of the investigation remain undisclosed. The U.S. government has not yet issued a statement.

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