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202112 minPGcurrent-affairs

Drug Trafficking Addiction

The Crystal Meth Road

202112 minPGcurrent-affairs

The Mexican Sinaloa cartel traffics crystal meth from Chinese and Indian factories worldwide.

Drug Trafficking Addiction

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Channel: Journeyman Pictures

The Crystal Meth Road

2021• 12 minPG

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The Mexican Sinaloa cartel traffics crystal meth from Chinese and Indian factories worldwide.

Synopsis

The Mexican Sinaloa cartel traffics crystal meth produced in Mexican labs, sourced from Chinese and Indian factories. This operation supplies drug dealers worldwide, creating a network that ensures a steady flow of the highly addictive substance. A Swiss drug dealer named Marc highlights the cartel's strategy, stating, 'A crystal customer is a lifetime customer.' The cartel's reach extends beyond Mexico, with many addicts globally relying on their operations. The documentary reveals the complexities of this illegal trade and the impact of synthetic drugs on society.

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