Sinaloa Cartel
This mobile phone was used to take the last photograph of Joaquín “El Chapo” Guzmán following his final arrest. Here is the story of…
How is it possible that Mexico’s most elusive kingpin—a fugitive…
Cartel Insider received an exclusive message from CJNG and Los Chapitos threatening artists who perform at Culiacán’s Palenque and naming Arley Pérez and Panter Bélico. The message, signed “CJNG-JGL,” comes as the concert series prepares its November return. Mica Treviño explains why he takes the warning seriously. The complete Spanish text and an English translation are included.
Chihuahua, Mexico, has been the scene of an intense crackdown on crime, as “El Cumbias,”…
Explore the tale of notorious former cartel leader, Roberto “El Betito” Moyado Esparza, as Mexico City’s FGJ upholds his 43-year prison sentence.
CBP staff seized a $1 million cargo of fentanyl and heroin attempting to cross the US-Mexico border, preventing the drugs from reaching US streets.
Following a day of violence in Tabasco, merchants in a Villahermosa market shut their shops amidst rumors of a shooting, causing widespread panic and chaos.
Learn about Vicente Zambada Niebla’s release from US custody in 2021, his cooperation with authorities, and statements about the Sinaloa cartel.
Explore how the National Guard intercepted a shipment of synthetic drug precursors disguised as food preservatives in a Culiacán courier company.
