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US prosecutors won't seek death penalty for son of Mexican drug cartel leader 'El Chapo'

Federal prosecutors say they won't seek the death penalty for the son of notorious Mexican drug kingpin “El Chapo” if he's convicted of multiple charges in Chicago

The Independent UK

Manhunt for 'El Perris' Comes to an End as Mexican Authorities Kill Chapitos Lieutenant in Sinaloa

In early 2024, the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) named him a key figure in the cartel's fentanyl trafficking operations and offered a $1 million reward for information leading to his capture

Latin Times

Is El Chapo Guzman Still Alive? The 'Secret' Cartel Deal That Brought His Relatives Back to the US

The family members of El Chapo crossed into the US last week through the San Ysidro border crossing from Tijuana, reportedly carrying personal belongings and $70,000 in cash.

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Who Is Griselda López Pérez, El Chapo's Elusive Ex-Wife Now in US Custody with Her Family

Griselda López Pérez, ex-wife of El Chapo, surrendered to US custody with family, including his children/grandchildren, following her son Ovidio's US extradition.

International Business Times UK

Crossing of 'El Chapo' Guzmán Relatives Into U.S. Raises Questions About Rift Within 'Chapitos' Cartel

The surrender of several relatives of Joaquín "El Chapo" Guzmán to U.S. authorities may indicate a rift within the family leading the powerful cartel

Latin Times

El Chapo's Son to Enter Guilty Plea in U.S. Drug Case, Suggesting Deal with Authorities

Ovidio Guzmán López, son of Joaquín "El Chapo" Guzmán, will plead guilty to U.S. drug trafficking charges in a Chicago federal court on July 9

Latin Times

'El Chapo' Guzmán Reportedly Cooperating With U.S. Officials in Case Against 'El Mayo' Zambada in Exchange for Prison Benefits

Former Sinaloa Cartel boss "El Chapo" Guzmán is allegedly providing sensitive information about his former ally "El Mayo" Zambada's operations in exchange for improved prison conditions

Latin Times

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U.S. Prosecutors Want to Secure Arrest of 'El Chapo's Son Leading The Sinaloa Cartel Before Striking Plea Deal With Imprisoned Brothers

Ovidio Guzmán López was captured and extradited to the U.S. in September of 2023 while his brother Joaquín was arrested last July

Latin Times

Chapitos' Leader Ivan Archivaldo Guzmán Reportedly 'Terrified' Over Offensive Against Sinaloa Cartel Faction

A specialized journalist said the son of "El Chapo" Guzmán "no longer sleeps" and is even "betraying those closest to him, thinking they will betray him"

Latin Times

Former 'El Chapo' Aide Known as 'The Nose' Deported to Mexico To Face Additional Criminal Prosecution

Mario Hidalgo's criminal history spans decades, with ICE identifying him as a key figure in the Sinaloa Cartel's operations.

Latin Times

US Prosecutors Discuss Potential Plea Deal With Mexican Drug Lord

US prosecutors negotiate plea deal with Ismael Zambada of Sinaloa cartel amid legal complexities involving his son's potential testimony.

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The Independent UK

Sons of Mexican cartel leader ‘El Chapo’ in plea negotiations with US, attorneys say

Joaquin Guzmán López was arrested in an astonishing capture by U.S. authorities in Texas

International Business Times

New Generation of Mexican Cartel Leaders Are Much More Violent Than Their Predecessors, Specialist Says

The new wave of drug lords is allegedly prioritizing endeavors with short-term profits such as extortion, human trafficking and illegal mining and logging.

Latin Times

New Generation of Mexican Cartel Leaders Are Much More Violent Than Their Predecessors, Specialist Says

The new wave of drug lords are allegedly prioritizing endeavors with short-term profits such as extortion, human trafficking and illegal mining and logging

Latin Times

Ongoing Cartel Turf Wars Have Already Cost Sinaloa Nearly $1 Billion

The president of the employer's union estimates more than $886 million in losses on top of 25,000 jobs lost over the past three months

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Latin Times

Mexico's Claudia Sheinbaum Asks Biden Admin for Complete File on 'El Mayo' Zambada's Arrest

Since Zambada's capture in July, both governments have gone back and forth over conflicting narratives surrounding the incident.

Latin Times

Elected Officials in Sinaloa Are Being Chased Down Due to Ties With Captured Drug Lord 'El Mayo' Zambada

A Sinaloa politician was reportedly sent a message that read "tell everyone that, whoever is not with us, is going to be killed"

Latin Times

El Chapo & The United States Reportedly Orchestrated the Kidnapping of "El Mayo" Zambada to Save Los Chapitos

According to a new report, U.S. Homeland Security conspired with 'El Chapo' to capture 'El Mayo' to get a deal for his sons, 'Los Chapitos.'

Latin Times

Mexican President Denies Knowledge of Potential Plea Deal Between 'Los Chapitos' Drug Lords and U.S. Officials

Claudia Sheinbaum said that Mexico's Foreign Secretary remains in close contact with the U.S. Ambassador to Mexico in relation to the case

Latin Times

Mexican Official Says U.S. is Not Sharing Details About 'El Mayo' Zambada's Capture; U.S. Ambassador Replies

Mexico's Attorney General, Alejandro Gertz Manero, says information about the pilot and the aircraft that took Zambada to the U.S. are yet to be shared with Mexican officials

Latin Times

'El Chapo' Ditches Legal Team and Takes on Own Defense Despite Not Speaking English; Claims Lawyers Were 'Inefficient'

Facing a lifetime behind bars, the drug lord is seeking to overturn his conviction and make his time in prison more bearable.

Latin Times

Mexican Troops Kill 19 Suspected Members of the Sinaloa Cartel in Shootout in Culiacan

Hundreds of people have died since the cartel's clashing factions formally began their war in Early September

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