U.S. Government Targets Cartel Propaganda Expert Posing as a Human Rights Advocate
U.S. Identifies Key Figure in Cartel Propaganda Network The U.S. government has publicly named a major operator of a cartel propaganda network tied to one of Mexico’s most notorious terrorist groups. This individual presented himself as a human rights activist, gaining credibility through frequent citations by international news organizations, which have, perhaps unintentionally, amplified his […]
Mexican Politician Who is a DEA Fugitive Reported Missing, Possible Cartel Abduction
Missing Politician in Mexico Linked to Cartel Kidnapping A politician from southern Mexico, currently on the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration’s fugitive list, has gone missing and is suspected to be a victim of kidnapping by a drug cartel. The disappearance of Rogelio Portillo Jaramillo, who serves as the director of Mexico’s federal welfare office in […]
Video: Alleged Irish Cartel Leader Arrested in Dubai Following Extended Search
Major Crime Figure Arrested in Dubai A significant player in one of Ireland’s largest crime syndicates was apprehended in Dubai on Wednesday, with plans for prosecution awaiting him back home. The suspect, identified as 48-year-old Daniel Kinahan, is associated with the Kinahan cartel. Reports indicate that his arrest followed a prolonged investigation and covert operation […]
Long Prison Term for Sinaloa Cartel Smuggler Caught with 2 Million Dangerous Fentanyl Doses
Life Sentence for Texas Man Linked to Sinaloa Cartel Jimenez James Love, 51, from Harlingen, Texas, has received a life sentence after being convicted of possessing over 2 million doses of fentanyl with the intent to distribute. Authorities suspect he was involved in transporting drugs and engaging in other illicit activities for the Sinaloa Cartel. […]
Irish cartel leader Daniel Kinahan detained in Dubai on charges of organized crime
International Fugitive Arrested in Dubai This week, an international fugitive was apprehended in Dubai following a lengthy investigation. Daniel Kinahan, reportedly the head of the Kinahan Cartel, which is one of the largest criminal groups in Ireland, was detained on Wednesday on organized crime charges. This operation was carried out in collaboration between Irish and […]
Man with alleged cartel connections arrested once more for reportedly threatening deputies
Texas Man with Cartel Ties Arrested Again A Texas man, who allegedly has connections to a Mexican drug cartel, was arrested a second time on Monday after reportedly threatening a sheriff’s deputy and their family during a prior arrest. John Christian Orozco, 25, was initially taken into custody on April 10 in El Paso after […]
Relatives of Sinaloa Cartel taken into custody as $10 million reward announced for capture of ‘Chapitos’ leader
Southern California Family Arrested in Drug and Gun Trafficking Case A family in Southern California, alleged to have connections to the Sinaloa cartel, is currently in custody, while one suspect remains at large following a significant investigation into fentanyl, methamphetamine, and illegal firearms. Four men were taken into custody on Tuesday and are set to […]
Military action in the Eastern Pacific results in the deaths of two cartel members, according to SOUTHCOM.
U.S. forces launched another strike against suspected cartel members in the Eastern Pacific on Monday, resulting in the deaths of two individuals linked to drug trafficking, according to the U.S. Southern Command (SOUTHCOM). SOUTHCOM stated in a post on X, “We are adding systemic friction across the board to cartels.” Notably, on April 13, a […]
Raids in Eastern Pacific leave 5 dead on suspected cartel boats
The United States executed two significant attacks on Saturday, targeting vessels linked to designated terrorist organizations, as reported by the US Southern Command. According to a post on Southcom’s X account, these operations were carried out under the direction of Commander Gen. Francis L. Donovan. The post detailed that on April 11, the Joint Task […]
Prison Sentence for the Bookkeeper of a Human Smuggling Group Tied to a Cartel in Texas
Texas Woman Sentenced for Role in Human Smuggling Operation A 27-year-old woman residing in Texas without legal status has been sentenced to over five years in prison for her involvement as a bookkeeper in a human smuggling operation linked to the pro-Los Zetas cartel. This group is believed to have facilitated the movement of more […]