news El Financiero 2026-07-16

Sinaloa Cartel Case: Protection Alleged for Ismael 'El Mayo' Zambada

An investigation into the 'Caso Zambada' reveals that at least 35 high-ranking officials from the Security Secretariat and the Attorney General's Office allegedly provided protection to Ismael 'El Mayo' Zambada and collaborated with the Sinaloa Cartel. The capture of Zambada two years ago was a significant blow to the previous administration.

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