Lawyer Accused of Aiding Noreste Cartel from Prison
US authorities accuse a lawyer, Juan Pablo Penilla, of using his legal defense of 'Z-40' to maintain the Northern Cartel's leadership from prison. The indictment alleges Penilla acted as an intermediary to solidify the criminal group's control in key cities.
Juan Pablo Penilla habría sido clave en las operaciones del Cártel del Noreste mientras el 'Z-40' estaba en prisión en México. <p>Tras la <a href="https://www.elfinanciero.com.mx/nacional/2026/04/14/eu-sanciona-al-abogado-del-z-40-por-dar-servicios-ilegales-y-castiga-a-casinos-del-cartel-del-noreste/" rel="noreferrer" target="_blank" title="https://www.elfinanciero.com.mx/nacional/2026/04/14/eu-sanciona-al-abogado-del-z-40-por-dar-servicios-ilegales-y-castiga-a-casinos-del-cartel-del-noreste/">s...