Sinaloa cartel leader arrest and claims of kidnapping

The powerful Sinaloa cartel leader arrested by US officials claims he was kidnapped and taken from Mexico against his will.

China's Alleged Involvement in Cleaning Drug Money for Mexican Cartels

China is suspected of engaging in a shadow war with the U.S. by cleaning drug money for Mexican cartels to fuel the deadly overdose epidemic and sow discord in American institutions. This is part of a larger strategy to weaken American ethics and morality.

Money Laundering Scheme Involving Sinaloa Cartel and Chinese Underground Bankers

Members of the Sinaloa Cartel used a network of Chinese underground bankers to launder over $50 million in drug proceeds, resulting in a ten-count superseding indictment against 24 men. The operation involved individuals in California, Mexico, and China, with the lead defendant being Edgar Joel Martinez Reyes.

Money Laundering Scheme Involving Sinaloa Cartel and Chinese Nationals in the U.S.

Two dozen associates of Mexico’s Sinaloa cartel were charged in a money laundering scheme involving Chinese nationals in the U.S., moving over $50 million in drug money through an underground banking system. The case highlights the growing partnership between Mexican cartels and Chinese citizens in the U.S.

Extradition of Sinaloa Cartel Leader 'El Nini' to the U.S.

An alleged Sinaloa Cartel leader and assassin, Néstor Isidro Pérez Salas, also known as 'El Nini,' was extradited to the U.S. to face charges including drug trafficking, murder, and money laundering. He is accused of being a senior leader of the Sinaloa Cartel and involved in violent activities to protect the cartel's operations.

Violence in Zacatecas by Sinaloa Cartel

Gunmen from the Sinaloa Cartel spread terror in Zacatecas by dumping bodies, torching vehicles, and fighting with authorities. The violence is tied to the killing of a local cartel leader and a turf war with rival criminal organizations.

Shift in Fentanyl Production by Sinaloa Cartel's Chapitos Faction

Mexican authorities report a shift in fentanyl production and distribution as the Sinaloa Cartel's Chapitos faction moves its operations closer to Texas. Seizures of fentanyl precursors and chemicals valued at 87 million pesos have occurred in Sinaloa and Nuevo Leon.

Hostage Rescue in Sinaloa State, Mexico

Mexican authorities rescue 42 hostages, including 18 children, from criminal groups in Sinaloa state after a wave of kidnappings. Special force troops were sent to beef up security and efforts are ongoing to find 24 more kidnapped individuals.

Arizona Rancher's Battle with Cartel Smuggling

Jim Chilton, an Arizona rancher, is facing challenges from cartel smuggling on his remote border ranch. The area sees a high number of migrant crossings, leading to increased tensions with the cartel. Border Patrol agents have reduced patrols in the region due to the surge in migrant activity. Chilton's ranch is located between Nogales and Lukeville, Arizona, known for Sinaloa cartel activity.