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- Ober 30 killed in Mexico after cartel leaders arrested in U.S (newsbreak.com)
Cartel Violence Escalates in Mexico
Eleven individuals have been killed in recent clashes between rival factions within the Sinaloa cartel. The violence, which has claimed over 30 lives in the past week, has spread across the cartel’s stronghold in Sinaloa state.
High-Profile Arrests Precede Violence
The bloodshed follows the arrest of Sinaloa Cartel co-founder Ismael "El Mayo" Zambada and Joaquin Guzman Lopez, a son of imprisoned cartel boss El Chapo. Zambada has pleaded not guilty to drug trafficking charges in the United States, while Lopez faces similar accusations.
Loyalties Divided
The violence is believed to stem from divisions within the cartel, with some members aligning with El Chapo and his sons, while others support Zambada. The clashes have forced schools to close and led to the cancellation of Independence Day festivities.
U.S. Security Alert
The United States has issued a security alert due to ongoing violence in the Culiacan area, including car thefts, gunfire, and roadblocks.
Charges Against Guzman Jr.
Unexpectedly, Mexican prosecutors have charged Guzman Jr. with kidnapping Zambada, as well as treason. The indictment highlights the cartel’s brutality, including allegations of torture using corkscrews, electrocution, and tigers.
El Chapo’s Incarceration
El Chapo, the cartel’s founder, is serving a life sentence in the United States. Despite his imprisonment, he has reportedly sent messages claiming psychological torment in prison.
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