El Paso, Texas – In a stunning turn of events, Joaquin Guzman Lopez, son of the infamous drug lord El Chapo, was arrested in the United States on Thursday. The arrest marked a significant victory for law enforcement and a major blow to the Sinaloa Cartel.
What made the operation even more extraordinary was the unexpected capture of Ismael Zambada Garcia, known as “El Mayo,” a legendary figure in the drug trafficking world who has long evaded capture. Guzman Lopez reportedly convinced Zambada to board a plane bound for the US, where both men were apprehended by US authorities.
The operation, which involved the FBI and Homeland Security Investigations, was described as a high-stakes gamble that paid off. The arrest of both men is expected to have a profound impact on the Sinaloa Cartel and the drug trade in North America.
The details of the operation and the charges against the two men are still emerging.
Key Facts about the Arrest
- Date of Arrest: July 25, 2024
- Location: El Paso, Texas, United States
- Individuals Arrested: Joaquin Guzman Lopez (El Chapo’s son) and Ismael Zambada Garcia (El Mayo)
- Cartel Affiliation: Sinaloa Cartel
- Operation Details:
- A complex sting operation involving the FBI and Homeland Security Investigations.
- Guzman Lopez allegedly convinced Zambada to travel to the US, where they were both apprehended.
- Significance:
- A significant blow to the Sinaloa Cartel.
- Expected to disrupt drug trafficking operations in North America.
- A major victory for law enforcement.
