Release of Gulf Cartel Leader by Mexican Judge

SOURCE www.breitbart.com
Mexican judge with questionable history releases Gulf Cartel leader on bond despite pending criminal indictment in the U.S.

Key Points

  • Mexican judge ordered the release of Jose Alfredo “El Contador” Cardenas, a reputed leader of the Gulf Cartel.
  • The group led by Cardenas is linked to hundreds of murders, kidnappings, and forced disappearances in Mexico.
  • Judge Gregorio Salazar ruled in favor of the release stating lack of extradition cause and no flight risk.

Cons

  • Reputed leader of the Escorpiones faction of the Gulf Cartel released on bond despite pending criminal indictment in the U.S.
  • Judge has a history of questionable rulings and suspicion of being influenced by criminal figures.
  • Group led by released individual linked to numerous murders, kidnappings, and forced disappearances.