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Drug Cartels
23 posts
Feds Arrest Emma Coronel Aispuro, ‘El Chapo’ Guzmán’s Wife, On Drug Trafficking Charges
Emma Coronel Aispuro, the wife of notorious cartel leader known as "El Chapo", is charged with conspiracy to distribute cocaine, methamphetamine, heroin, and marijuana.
February 23, 2021
Federal Judge Denies Cali Drug Cartel Kingpin Early Release
81-year-old Gilberto Rodriguez Orejuela will continue to serve his 30-year prison sentence.
April 29, 2020
Notorious Drug Kingpin ‘El Chapo’ Sentenced to Life in Prison
He maintains that he was not given a fair trial.
July 17, 2019
Jury in Federal Court Finds Drug Kingpin El Chapo Guilty on all Charges
The verdict marks the culmination of a truly wild legal proceeding.
February 12, 2019
Alleged Member of Sinaloa Cartel Extradited on Drug Trafficking Charges
The 47-year-old Arturo Shows Urquidi, aka "Chous," could face life in federal prison for a long list of drugs and weapons charges.
June 14, 2018
Over 550 Pounds of Weed Seized and 75 People Charged In Massive Bust
At the end of the multi-year investigation, the Feds ordered over 550 pounds of weed seized and 75 people charged.
March 9, 2018
Kidnapped Man—About To Be Traded For 30 Pounds Of Pot—Escapes
This isn't your everyday trade.
November 28, 2017
How The Drug War Unfairly Punishes Female Drug ‘Mules’
While it's not exactly breaking news, we need to address it. The drug war abuses exploited women. But it's not just the narcos who are at fault here.
November 17, 2017
Mexico: Cartels Kill Another Journalist
Yet another Mexican journalist was slain on Tuesday, as the cartels continue to exact vengeance on any who…
August 24, 2017
Drug Kingpin, Said to Be El Chapo’s Godson, Captured at Calexico
A 29-year-old man believed to be the godson of Mexican narco lord Joaquin “El Chapo” Guzmán was indicted…
August 8, 2017