With Colombian cartels in shambles, the Mexican cartels stepped in to fill the void. While the Colombian cartels still control most of the production of cocaine and heroin, the more profitable part of the trade - transport to the US, and distribution there - has come under control of various Mexican cartels.
Last week authorities arrested more than 50 people who allegedly work for the Sinaloa cartel. The Department of Justice revealed the arrests made were part of a 21-month operation by U.S. and Mexican officials which has resulted in the seizure of $60 million in cash, 24,000 pounds of cocaine, 1200 pounds of methamphetamine, plus other drugs, assets, and weapons.
Despite huge enforcement actions on both sides of the border, the Mexican cartels' trade is more robust and brazen than ever, law enforcement officials say.
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