Cartels News
Sinaloa Cartel member indicted in Chicago on drug conspiracy charges
A federal grand jury in Chicago has indicted a high-ranking member of the Sinaloa Cartel, Jose Angel Canobbio Inzunza, on charges related to drug conspiracy.
CBP arrests fugitive at Progreso port wanted for murder in Mexico
U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers at the Progreso Port of Entry recently apprehended a man wanted in Mexico on a felony warrant for aggravated murder.
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Texas Governor: Cartels ‘strategically manufacture fentanyl’ as ‘painkillers, stimulants, anti-anxiety drugs, candy’
By Federal Newswire | Nov 1, 2024
Greg Abbott, the Governor of Texas, said that cartels can make fentanyl appear as "painkillers, stimulants, anti-anxiety drugs, candy."
VP Harris: 'We will quickly remove those who arrive here unlawfully, prosecute the cartels'
By Federal Newswire | Nov 1, 2024
Vice President Kamala Harris, the Democratic nominee for President, said that if elected, she would "prosecute the cartels."
Texas Dept. of Public Safety: ‘Cartel is now placing colored wristbands on illegal immigrants’ including children
By Federal Newswire | Oct 31, 2024
Chris Olivarez, a Lieutenant and spokesman at the Texas Department of Public Safety, said that cartels are "placing colored wristbands on illegal immigrants," including unaccompanied children, to control those who cross the border.
Mexican cartels author and specialist: ‘Foreign mercenaries throw oil on the already blazing fire of the Mexican Cartel War’
By Federal Newswire | Oct 31, 2024
Ioan Grillo, head of CrashOut Media, said that "foreign mercenaries" increase violence and specialized tactics in what he refers to as the "Mexican Cartel War."
Donald J. Trump: 'Under my administration, we will be seizing the assets of the criminal gangs and drug cartels'
By Federal Newswire | Oct 30, 2024
In a press conference at Mar-a-Lago on October 29, Republican presidential candidate Donald J. Trump announced measures targeting cartels.
CBP intercepts over $65K in unreported cash at Pharr bridge
By Federal Newswire | Oct 28, 2024
U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers at Pharr International Bridge intercepted over $65,000 in unreported currency during an outbound inspection.
Operation Lone Star, Texas Department of Public Safety announces focus on Venezuelan gang Tren De Aragua
By Federal Newswire | Oct 25, 2024
Texas Governor Greg Abbott announced that Operation Lone Star will specifically target Tren de Aragua (TdA) in an attempt to limit their operations in Texas, according to a press release from Abbott’s office.
POLARIS Founder: ‘Only acceptable number of American apartments for violent Venezuelan gangs to take over is: zero’
By Federal Newswire | Oct 25, 2024
Morgan Ortagus, founder of POLARIS and former spokeswoman for the State Department, said that it is unacceptable for any U.S. apartment complexes to be taken over by Venezuelan gangs. She made this statement in an October 14 post on X.
Customs officials highlight efforts against fentanyl during Red Ribbon Week
By Federal Newswire | Oct 24, 2024
U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is emphasizing its commitment to combating drug trafficking during Red Ribbon Week. The agency, which serves as America's frontline against drugs like fentanyl, aims to keep communities safe and drug-free.
CBP seizes $566K worth of heroin at Eagle Pass border crossing
By Federal Newswire | Oct 24, 2024
U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers at the Eagle Pass Port of Entry in Texas have seized heroin valued at over $566,000 in a recent enforcement action. This significant discovery highlights the ongoing drug threat faced by frontline CBP officers.
Wilson Center attorney on Mexico: ‘Organized crime and violence are at an all-time high’
By Federal Newswire | Oct 22, 2024
Sebastián Incháustegui, an attorney at Universidad Panamericana, said that cartel violence and influence are at peak levels as Mexico recently passed an amendment potentially giving cartels more power over the country’s judicial system. Incháustegui made this statement on September 19.
Eagle Pass CBP detains man wanted on child sex offense charge
By Federal Newswire | Oct 21, 2024
On October 20, 2024, officers from the U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP), stationed at the Camino Real International Bridge in Eagle Pass, Texas, apprehended a man wanted for a felony warrant related to child sex offenses. The individual was identified as Gerardo Gutierrez Ramos, a 57-year-old Mexican citizen.
CBP seizes $267K in heroin at Eagle Pass Port of Entry
By Federal Newswire | Oct 21, 2024
U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers at the Eagle Pass Port of Entry recently seized heroin valued at over $267,000. The incident occurred on October 19 when a 2015 Ford van was subjected to a secondary inspection at the Camino Real International Bridge. During this examination, which involved a CBP canine and non-intrusive inspection technology, officers found five packages containing nearly 16 pounds of alleged heroin inside the vehicle.
J.D. Vance: 'Mexican drug cartels have become the wealthiest criminal organization — maybe in the entire world'
By Federal Newswire | Oct 18, 2024
J.D. Vance, the Republican Vice Presidential candidate, said that Mexican drug cartels have become the "wealthiest criminal organization" through their drug smuggling and human trafficking operations. Vance made this assertion during a conversation with Lulu Garcia-Navarro for "The Interview."
Wilson Center attorney on Mexico: ‘Organized crime and violence are at an all-time high’
By Federal Newswire | Oct 18, 2024
Sebastián Incháustegui, an Attorney at Law from Universidad Panamericana, has expressed concerns about the current state of cartel violence in Mexico. He attributes this escalation to a recent constitutional amendment that he believes could potentially empower cartels within the country's judicial system. Incháustegui published his commentary on September 19.
U.S. Rep. Hunt: 'Cartels are flooding our streets with deadly drugs'
By Federal Newswire | Oct 18, 2024
U.S. Representative Wesley Hunt said that drug cartels are "flooding our streets" with "deadly drugs" following the discovery of 11,000 pounds of methamphetamine near schools in Georgia. Hunt made this statement on X, formerly known as Twitter, on October 7.
CBP intercepts meth worth $775K in green onion shipment at Calexico
By Federal Newswire | Oct 17, 2024
CBP officers at the Calexico Commercial Facility have intercepted over 646 pounds of methamphetamine concealed within a shipment of green onions. The incident took place on October 10, 2024, when officers encountered a 63-year-old male driving a commercial tractor-trailer with a shipment listed as green onions. The driver, who held a valid border crossing card, was directed to undergo further inspection.
CBP seizes $414K in methamphetamine at Eagle Pass Port of Entry
By Federal Newswire | Oct 16, 2024
U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers at the Eagle Pass Port of Entry in Texas seized narcotics valued at over $414,000 during a recent enforcement action. The incident occurred on October 12th when a CBP officer directed a 2010 Dodge Journey for secondary inspection at the Eagle Pass International Bridge. The vehicle was driven by a 26-year-old male United States citizen.
