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English24/08/2020
Mexican authorities sentence gang leader to 50 years in prison for his involvement in the murder of journalist Miroslava Breach
According to reports, at least two cartels threatened Breach months before her murder
According to reports, at least two cartels threatened Breach months before her murder
Guillermo Álvarez is accused of money laundering and other white-collar crimes
Joaquín García is held on USD $90 million bail
“El Marro” engaged in turf wars against “El Mencho,” the leader of the CJNG
Reports suggest the CJNG used the majority of the resources to purchase vehicles
Sinaloa authorities didn’t confirm the victim’s identity until days later
Federal and state authorities arrested “El Marro” on August 2
The collectibles were stolen on August 4
The cartel boss also faces kidnapping charges
Social media users blamed the crime on homophobia and discrimination