Today Mexican authorities announced the capture of Joaquin "Chapo" Guzman Loera, the alleged leader of the Sinaloa Cartel. The Sinaloa Cartel is designated a Significant Foreign Narcotics Trafficker by the U.S. Government.
Attorney General Holder stated: "Today's apprehension of Joaquin
"Chapo" Guzman Loera by Mexican authorities is a landmark achievement,
and a victory for the citizens of both Mexico and the United States.
Guzman was one of the world's most wanted men and the alleged head of a
drug-running empire that spans continents. The criminal activity Guzman
allegedly directed contributed to the death and destruction of millions
of lives across the globe through drug addiction, violence, and
corruption. We salute the Government of Mexico, and the professionalism
and courage of the Mexican authorities, for this arrest. We are pleased
that we were able to work effectively with Mexico through the
cooperative relationship that U.S. law enforcement agencies have with
their Mexican counterparts. We look forward to ongoing cooperation, and
future successes."
Secretary of Homeland Security Johnson stated: "The operation led by the
Mexican government overnight to capture Joaquin "Chapo" Guzman Loera is
a significant victory and milestone in our common interest of combating
drug trafficking, violence and illicit activity along our shared
border. We congratulate our Mexican partners in this achievement and we
will continue to work collaboratively with them to ensure a border
region that is safe and secure, for the communities and citizens of both
our nations."
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