Sentencing of Los Zetas Cartel Leaders for Migrant Kidnappings

SOURCE www.breitbart.com
Three leaders of Los Zetas Cartel were sentenced for their role in the kidnapping and murder of migrants in San Fernando, Tamaulipas. The sentences ranged from 73 to 82 years in prison.

Key Points

  • Three ranking members of Los Zetas received lengthy prison sentences for their involvement in the kidnapping and murder of migrants in San Fernando
  • The men were convicted of organized crime, aggravated kidnapping, and corruption of minors
  • The sentences were related to the massacre of 72 migrants in 2010 and other crimes committed by the cartel
  • Los Zetas intercepted migrants heading for the border, killed them, and buried the bodies in mass graves
  • The death toll from the massacres is believed to be higher than the official count

Pros

  • Justice served for the victims and their families
  • Dismantling of a dangerous criminal organization

Cons

  • Loss of life and horrific crimes committed