"U.S. Attorney Jay Clayton described the Sinaloa cartel as 'a ruthless criminal organization that has flooded this community with dangerous drugs for decades.' He emphasized that the cartel's operations are facilitated by corrupt politicians and law enforcement officials."
"The indictment details that the defendants collectively received millions of dollars from the Chapitos, the sons of Joaquin 'El Chapo' Guzman, for their roles in drug trafficking."
"Juan Valenzuela Millan, a high-level commander in the Culiacan Municipal Police, allegedly received over $1,600 monthly from the Chapitos in exchange for using police resources to conduct arrests, kidnappings, and murders."
"In October 2023, Millan was implicated in the kidnapping of a DEA confidential source and their relative, who were subsequently tortured and killed."
Sinaloa state Governor Ruben Rocha and nine other officials face drug trafficking and weapons charges in a U.S. indictment. They allegedly aided the Sinaloa cartel in transporting fentanyl, heroin, cocaine, and methamphetamine into the U.S. The indictment reveals that these officials received millions from the cartel, with one police commander reportedly receiving over $1,600 monthly for facilitating criminal activities. U.S. authorities emphasize the role of corrupt officials in enabling the cartel's operations.
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