Corruption Investigation of Mexican Federal Judge and Release of Gulf Cartel Leader
Mexican federal judge under investigation for corruption after ordering release of Gulf Cartel leader. Attorney General claims judge ignored evidence and made decision against administration of justice. Gulf Cartel leader El Contador accused of numerous crimes and turf wars in Tamaulipas.
Key Points
- Mexican federal judge Gregorio Salazar under investigation for corruption
- Release of Gulf Cartel leader Jose Alfredo 'El Contador' Cardenas questioned
- Allegations of crimes against the administration of justice
- Escorpiones faction of Gulf Cartel led by El Contador linked to violence in Tamaulipas