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Mexican Narco Caro Quintero Accused of Running Cartel Operations Even in Prison

Mexican drug lord Rafael Caro Quintero, once known as the "Narco of Narcos" and co-founder of the Guadalajara Cartel, will remain under extreme isolation measures in a U.S. federal prison after prosecutors revealed he allegedly continued directing cartel operations from behind bars in Mexico through his brother, Miguel Ángel Caro…

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A Year of Bloodshed in Sinaloa: Nearly 2,000 Dead in War Between Los Chapitos and La Mayiza

Despite the staggering number of casualties, neither side had gained a clear upper hand—until last month. According to a report from CrashOut, sources within La Mayiza now believe they are on track to win the conflict by the end of the year.

Latin Times

Joaquín Guzmán López, Son of "El Chapo," Will Remain In Jail As Hearing is Postponed For the Fourth Time

The hearing for the son of the notorious drug lord, also known as "El Güero Moreno," has been postponed for a fourth time this year.

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Sheinbaum Presses for Extraditions, Raises 'El Mayo' Zambada Case During Marco Rubio's Visit to Mexico

Claudia Sheinbaum formally requested the extradition of several individuals held in the United States who are wanted by Mexican authorities, highlighting ongoing bilateral cooperation.

Latin Times

'El Chapo' Guzman Shows 'Strange And Worrying' Changes As Mental Health Deteriorates In Supermax Prison, Lawyer Says

Mariel Colon, lawyer of Joaquin "El Chapo" Guzman, said the drug lord is experiencing "strange and worrying signs" as his mental health deteriorates in the Colorado supermax prison he's held in

Latin Times

In a war in Mexico between cartel factions, influencers become targets

Targeting of influencers reflects their alleged role in money laundering – and their place in cartel propaganda

The Guardian - US

ICE Launches New Hunt for El Chapo's Son Iván Guzmán Salazar, Current Leader of Los Chapitos

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) has launched a new campaign to capture Iván Archibaldo Guzmán Salazar, the son of Joaquín "El Chapo" Guzmán, current leader of Los Chapitos, one of the most powerful factions of the Sinaloa Cartel

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Mexican drug lord ‘El Mayo’ pleads guilty to racketeering in New York

Ismael Zambada was co-founder of Sinaloa cartel led by Joaquín ‘El Chapo’ Guzmán, now imprisoned in US

The Guardian - US

Mexican Cartel Kingpin 'El Mayo' Zambada To Plead Guilty

Former Sinaloa cartel leader Ismael 'El Mayo' Zambada to plead guilty to federal charges related to drug trade. Zambada oversaw a violent cartel with a glo...

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Mexican drug lord Ismael 'El Mayo' Zambada to plead guilty to federal charges

Former Mexican cartel kingpin Ismael “El Mayo” Zambada is expected to plead guilty to federal charges related to his role in the violent drug trade that for years flooded the U.S. with cocaine, heroin and other illicit substances

The Independent UK

'El Chapo' Guzman Reportedly Seeking To Improve Detention Conditions At Colorado Supermax Claiming Deteriorating Health

"El Chapo" Guzman's legal team is reportedly seeking to improve detention conditions at the Colorado maximum security prison, alleging his health is deteriorating due to a lack of natural light and limited movement

Latin Times

Former Sinaloa cartel kingpin Ismael 'El Mayo' Zambada set to plead guilty

Former Mexican cartel kingpin Ismael “El Mayo” Zambada is set to plead guilty next week in a drug trafficking case

The Independent UK

La Mayiza Could Win Sinaloa Cartel War Over Los Chapitos By the End of the Year, Report Suggests

According to a new report from CrashOut, sources within La Mayiza said they are confident they will achieve victory against Los Chapitos by the end of the year.

Latin Times

'El Chapo' Authorized To Meet With His Lawyer After Complaining About Isolation And 'Psychological Torment'

Joaquin "El Chapo" Guzman has been granted access to his lawyer days after complaining he was being subjected to isolation at the maximum prison he's being held in

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'El Chapo' Guzman Allegedly Complains About Isolation In Prison, Lack Of Access To His Lawyer: 'Psychological Torment'

Drug lord Joaquin "El Chapo" Guzman sent a letter from prison complaining about lack of access to his lawyer and isolation in the Colorado prison he's held in

The Independent UK

US won't seek death penalty for Mexican drug lords Ismael 'El Mayo' Zambada and Rafael Caro Quintero

U.S. prosecutors won’t seek the death penalty in their cases against Mexican drug lords “El Mayo” Zambada and Rafael Caro Quintero

Latin Times

Ovidio Guzman's Lawyer Claims He's Being Censored After Being Sued By The Mexican Government: 'I Won't Stay Silent'

Jeffrey Lichtman, lawyer of Sinaloa Cartel leader Ovidio Guzman, said he is being "censored" after slamming the Claudia Sheinbaum administration

Latin Times

Mexican Security Minister Says Government Doesn't Know Where Ovidio Guzman Is After U.S. Plea Deal

Mexican Security Secretary Omar Garcia Harfuch said the government doesn't know the whereabouts of Sinaloa Cartel leader Ovidio Guzman following his plea deal in the U.S.

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Criminal Group Allegedly Tied With Mexican Boxer Set Up Warehouses To Adapt Arms Smuggled From U.S.

The group tied with Mexican boxer Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. reportedly set up warehouses to adapt arms smuggled from the U.S.

Latin Times

Ovidio Guzman Removed From Prison And Taken To Secret Location After Plea Deal With U.S. Authorities

Sinaloa Cartel leader Ovidio Guzman has been removed from prison and taken to a secret location following his plea deal with U.S. authorities

Latin Times

Ovidio Guzmán's Lawyer Using Strategy Similar to Menéndez Brothers' Defense, Journalist Says

In a podcast, two Mexican journalists said Jeffrey Lichtman is trying to distance Guzmán López from the typical image of a violent drug trafficker by portraying him as vulnerable and emotionally unstable.

Latin Times

Ovidio Guzman Is Emaciated And Under Psychiatric Treatment Following His Arrest And Plea Deal: Report

Ovidio Guzman, leader of the Sinaloa Cartel faction known as "Los Chapitos," is looking emaciated and being treated for clinical depression following his arrest in the U.S.

Latin Times

Ovidio Guzman's Lawyer Slams Mexico's Sheinbaum Over Criticism Of Plea Deal With U.S.: 'She Acts As The PR Arm Of a Narco Organization'

Jeffrey Lichtman, lawyer of Ovidio Guzman, criticized Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum as they clash over his client's plea deal with U.S. authorities

Latin Times

Ovidio Guzman Pleaded Guilty To Drug Trafficking, Money Laundering And Firearms Charges In Historic Deal

Ovidio Guzman Lopez, leader of the Sinaloa Cartel faction known as "Los Chapitos," pleaded guilty to four charges as part of a historic deal

Latin Times

El Chapo's Son Ovidio Guzmán Pleads Guilty in Chicago, Becomes U.S. Government Witness

The Mexican drug dealer has officially pled guilty in a U.S. federal court in Chicago to drug trafficking, money laundering, firearms offenses, and related charges stemming from his role in the Sinaloa Cartel's fentanyl and drug network. Ovidio Guzmán and his brother Joaquín are two of the alleged leaders of…

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