Inside Venezuela's Gang-Run Prison: A Bizarre Zoo and Swimming Pool Hideout

More than 11,000 Venezuelan troops raided Tocorón prison, which had been controlled by the Tren de Aragua gang, and regained control of the facility. The prison had its own zoo, swimming pool, casino, and other resort-like amenities. Inmates and their relatives enjoyed freedom within the prison. The government plans to move the inmates to another facility. Some inmates escaped during the raid, including the gang's leader, Héctor Guerrero Flores. The Venezuelan Army reported one casualty. The existence of such a large operation run from a prison has raised speculation about possible negotiations between Venezuelan officials and the gang.