Ismael Zambada, a drug cartel leader, was sentenced to life in a US prison
They publishedNotorious drug cartel leader Ismael Zambada sentenced to life in US prison
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Who
What
- Ismael “El Mayo” Zambada was sentenced to life in a Brooklyn federal court hearing.
- The US judge also ordered Zambada to pay $15bn (£11bn) in drug-trafficking profits.
- In 2024, Zambada was lured to the US after believing they would inspect clandestine airstrips.
- Zambada entered a plea deal last year, admitting drug smuggling and conspiracy charges to avoid death penalty.
- Prison placement remains undecided as Zambada requested a prison hospital for age-related health issues.
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🇬🇧 United Kingdom (outlet HQ)
topics: Politics · language: eng
topics: Politics · language: eng
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