Fausto Isidro Meza-Flores, also known as 'Chapo Isidro,' has been added to the FBI's Ten Most Wanted Fugitives list for his alleged involvement in leading the Meza-Flores cartel and trafficking large quantities of illicit drugs into the U.S. over the past 20 years.
Key Points
Fausto Isidro Meza-Flores accused of leading the Meza-Flores cartel and trafficking fentanyl, cocaine, heroin, and other drugs into the U.S.
The FBI offering a reward of up to $5 million for information leading to Meza-Flores' arrest and conviction
Meza-Flores indicted for drug trafficking offenses and possession of a firearm in the U.S.
Pros
Efforts to curb the flow of illegal drugs into the U.S. by capturing a major cartel leader
Potential for citizen cooperation in locating and apprehending the fugitive
Cons
Continued threat of drug trafficking and criminal activities by the Meza-Flores cartel