Release of Gulf Cartel Leader by Mexican Judge
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.