El Mancho: The Rise and Fall of Mexico’s Most Dangerous Drug Lord – Complete Analysis
The Criminal Empire of El Mancho
Drug Trafficking Operations
CJNG, under El Mancho’s leadership, trafficked vast quantities of drugs into the US, with operations extending into Europe and Asia. The cartel’s main products included:
- Fentanyl: The synthetic opioid responsible for a surge in overdose deaths in North America.
- Methamphetamine: An increasingly profitable synthetic drug.
- Cocaine: Smuggled from Colombia and South America.
- Heroin: From Mexico and Central America.
Criminal Activities Beyond Drugs
- Extortion: Imposing taxes on businesses and local populations.
- Fuel Theft: Hijacking and selling stolen fuel.
- Kidnapping: For ransom and intimidation.
- Migrant Smuggling: Facilitating illegal crossings into the US.
- Violence and Terror Tactics: Public executions, assassinations, and attacks on security officials.
The Power of CJNG
- Territorial Control: Dominates key transit routes and border crossings.
- Operational Reach: Operates in at least 21 Mexican states.
- International Presence: Active in the US, Europe, and parts of Asia.
