Otoniel: Colombia steps up operation against rioting cartel

Colombia has sent an additional 2,000 troops and police to help contain a gang that has burned cars and threatened people as reprisal for the extradition of its leader to the US.

President Iván Duque said Dairo Antonio Úsuga, better known as Otoniel, was the world's most dangerous trafficker.

Otoniel led the Gulf Clan cartel and was extradited to the US last week.

In response, the Gulf Clan announced a four-day so-called "armed strike" in the north of the country.

Gang members destroyed at least 100 vehicles on Friday during violent protests against their leader's extradition. They also intimidated civilians, warning them to stay at home. read more