Breaking News: Mexican Drug Kingpin “El Mayo” Captured in El Paso Alongside “El Chapo’s” Son
In a stunning turn of events, Ismael Zambada Garcia, also known as “El Mayo,” the co-founder of the notorious Sinaloa drug cartel, was apprehended in El Paso on Thursday by the Department of Justice. Joining him in custody was Juaquin Guzman Lopez, the son of the cartel’s other co-founder, Joaquin “El Chapo” Guzman.
U.S. Attorney General Merick B. Garland announced the arrests, calling the Sinaloa Cartel one of the most violent and powerful drug trafficking organizations in the world. The capture of El Mayo and Guzman Lopez marks a significant victory in the fight against organized crime.
According to a federal law enforcement source, Guzman Lopez surrendered to U.S. authorities and cooperated in the capture of El Mayo. The two were taken into custody after a clever ruse involving a private airplane that diverted their route to El Paso instead of Mexico.
El Mayo, who had a $15 million bounty on his head, now faces multiple indictments related to drug trafficking and organized crime in the United States. FBI Director Christopher Wray emphasized the importance of dismantling criminal organizations like the Sinaloa Cartel and bringing their leaders to justice.
In February, Zambada Garcia was charged with conspiracy to manufacture and distribute fentanyl, a drug responsible for many American deaths. Despite evading capture for years, he allegedly continued to oversee the cartel’s operations from Mexico, generating billions in profits.
The arrests of El Mayo and Guzman Lopez add to the list of Sinaloa Cartel leaders held accountable by the Justice Department. The fight against drug trafficking and violence remains a top priority, with the department vowing to pursue every individual responsible for harming communities.
The capture of these high-profile figures marks a significant blow to the Sinaloa Cartel and a major victory for law enforcement agencies. The ongoing battle against drug cartels continues, with authorities committed to bringing all perpetrators to justice.
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By Greg Wehner, Breaking News Reporter for Fox News Digital. For story tips, contact Greg.Wehner@Fox.com or follow him on Twitter @GregWehner.
