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Cómo el Mayo Zambada pasó de temido capo narco a pedir clemencia por su salud en la cárcel
Summary by The El Paso Editorial Desk · Based on reporting by CNN Newsource , KVIA ABC-7
· July 20, 2026
· 9 min read
Por Sol Amaya y Mauricio Torres, CNN en Español Este lunes, la justicia estadounidense dictará sentencia contra Ismael Zambada García, alias “el Mayo”, quien en agosto de 2025 se declaró culpable de varios delitos relacionados al narcotráfico y al crimen organizado. Nacido en Sinaloa, Zambada de ...
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Key takeaway Pero en la década de los 80 incursionó en un campo distinto.
Why this matters in The El Paso
The sentencing of Ismael Zambada García, alias "el Mayo", has significant implications for El Paso, given the city's proximity to the US-Mexico border and its history of being a major transit point for narcotics. The Cartel de Sinaloa, which Zambada led, has been involved in the production and smuggling of various drugs, including heroin, marihuana, and fentanilo, into the United States. As a result, El Paso's law enforcement agencies have had to contend with the cartel's activities, which have contributed to the city's drug-related crime and public health issues. The cooperation of Zambada's family members with US authorities has been crucial in disrupting the cartel's operations, and their testimonies have helped to bring high-profile narcotraficantes to justice. The sentencing of "el Mayo" marks a significant milestone in the efforts to dismantle the Cartel de Sinaloa and reduce its influence in the region, which could have a positive impact on El Paso's public safety and community well-being.
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Category: safety ·
Published: July 20, 2026 ·
Source: KVIA ABC-7 ·
Reading time: 9 min
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