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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. By Ian Aldrich Updated: Jan 03, 2020 11: ...
Jul 17, 2019 · Joaquin “El Chapo” Guzman, who has been in isolation for two-and-a-half years, is expected to serve out his sentence in the nation’s most secure federal prison in Florence, Colorado. “He ...
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Aug 30, 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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Oct 11, 2023 · Joaquín Guzmán, nicknamed “El Chapo” (Mexican slang for “shorty”) due to his short stature and stocky physique, is undeniably one of the most notorious criminals of the 21st century. His prison escapes, the vast and powerful criminal empire he led, and his ability to evade law enforcement for extended periods have elevated him to legendary status in the world of organized crime.
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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.
The Sinaloa Cartel leader was found guilty of all charges in a federal trial in Brooklyn, New York. He faces life imprisonment for trafficking cocaine, heroin, methamphetamine and other narcotics into the U.S.
