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Learn about the life and crimes of the former leader of the Sinaloa Cartel, who was sentenced to life in prison in the U.S. after being extradited from Mexico. Find out how he rose from a poor farmer to a powerful drug lord, and how he escaped from prison twice.
Jul 17, 2015 · Joaquín Guzmán Loera, aka "El Chapo," is a Mexican drug lord who was head of the Sinaloa cartel, the world's most powerful drug-trafficking organization.
Jul 17, 2019 · Mexican drug lord Joaquin “El Chapo” Guzman was sentenced Wednesday to life in prison plus 30 years, and was ordered to pay $12.6 billion in forfeiture.
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Sep 6, 2024 · Joaquin Guzman, also known as El Chapo, head of the Sinaloa drug cartel, one of the most powerful and notorious criminal organizations in Mexico from the late 20th century. Learn about his life, criminal career, arrests, prison escapes, and more in this article.
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Jul 17, 2019 · Mexican drug lord Joaquin “El Chapo” Guzman, the leader of the Sinaloa cartel, has been sentenced to life in prison plus 30 years. Follow here for live updates.
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Jul 17, 2019 · The Sinaloa Cartel leader was convicted of drug trafficking, money laundering and murder conspiracy in the United States. He faced 26 drug-related charges and was ordered to pay $12.6 billion in forfeiture.
Oct 11, 2023 · Joaquín “El Chapo” Guzmán is a former Mexican leader within the Sinaloa Cartel, an international crime organization, and he is considered one of the most powerful drug traffickers in history...
