Suspected Drug Trafficker Extradited from Dominican Republic to Face Cocaine and Money Laundering Charges in Puerto Rico
Esteffani José Vasquez-Amarante was extradited from the Dominican Republic to Puerto Rico to face federal cocaine trafficking and money laundering charges, including allegations involving millions of dollars converted to cryptocurrency. The case, prosecuted in the District of Puerto Rico, highlights international cooperation and the evolving methods used by transnational criminal organizations.