Displaced in Sinaloa: The Hunt For 'El Chapo'
Synopsis
In early October, Mexican Navy forces nearly captured Joaquín 'El Chapo' Guzmán in Durango, but he escaped, allegedly with local support.
Synopsis
Gonzalo Peña, a 31-year-old rancher, describes the chaos in Kosala after a military operation aimed at capturing Joaquín 'El Chapo' Guzmán. The documentary details Guzmán's escape from Altiplano federal prison in July 2015 and the subsequent pursuit by Mexican Navy forces in early October. Locals report being attacked by helicopters in the Golden Triangle region, where the Sinaloa cartel operates. The aftermath leaves many families displaced and raises concerns about government actions during the ongoing drug war.
Deep Dive
Why Watch
- See how El Chapo's escape embarrassed the Mexican government.
- Find out why locals were displaced during the military operation.
- Meet Gonzalo Peña, a rancher affected by the drug war.
Did You Know
- El Chapo escaped from a federal prison in July 2015 using a tunnel.
- The Golden Triangle includes the states of Sinaloa, Chihuahua, and Durango.
- In October 2015, the Mexican Navy almost captured El Chapo in Durango.
- Many locals in Kosala claimed they had never seen El Chapo.
- Gonzalo Peña, a displaced rancher, has been unable to find work for a month.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who is El Chapo?
El Chapo, whose real name is Joaquín Guzmán Loera, is the world's most wanted drug lord accused of leading a multi-billion dollar operation smuggling drugs into the United States and around the world.
What happened in July regarding El Chapo?
In July, El Chapo escaped from the Altiplano federal prison in central Mexico using an elaborate tunnel.
What is the Golden Triangle in Mexico?
The Golden Triangle is a three-state area in Mexico, consisting of Sinaloa, Chihuahua, and Durango, where the Sinaloa cartel grows marijuana and poppy for its drug operations.
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