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world6 months ago

Ecuador Recaptures Notorious Drug Lord 'Fito' After Prison Escape

Ecuador's most wanted drug lord, Adolfo Macías Villamar aka 'Fito', was recaptured after being found in an underground bunker beneath a luxury home in Manta. He is the leader of the Los Choneros gang and suspected of ordering the assassination of a presidential candidate. Fito, who had escaped prison twice before, was transferred to a maximum-security prison in Guayaquil, and his arrest is seen as a success for Ecuador's efforts to combat organized crime.

via BBC|
#arrest#drug-lord#ecuador
world-news1 year ago

Medellin Cartel Leader Freed After 25 Years in U.S. Prison

Fabio Ochoa Vásquez, a former key operator of the Medellin cocaine cartel, has been released from a U.S. prison after serving 25 years of a 30-year sentence and is expected to be deported back to Colombia. Ochoa, who was once listed as a billionaire by Forbes, was convicted in 2001 for his role in a drug smuggling conspiracy. Despite his imprisonment, authorities were unable to seize all of his illicit proceeds, suggesting he will return to Colombia with significant wealth.

via NPR|
#colombia#drug-lord#fabio-ochoa-vasquez
crime1 year ago

"El Chapo Denied Phone Calls and Visits in US Prison: Judge's Decision Sparks Controversy"

Mexican drug lord Joaquín "El Chapo" Guzmán, serving a life sentence in a maximum security U.S. prison, complained to a judge about being denied phone calls and visits with his twin daughters, citing "unprecedented discrimination." However, the judge denied his request, stating that all arrangements were in the hands of the U.S. Bureau of Prisons after his conviction. Guzmán, known for running an industrial-scale smuggling operation, was convicted in 2019 and sentenced to life in prison. He led the Sinaloa cartel, responsible for smuggling drugs into the United States, and famously escaped from Mexican prisons before his imprisonment in America's most secure prison.

via Fox News|
#crime#discrimination#drug-lord
crime1 year ago

"El Chapo's Pleas for Calls and Visits Denied in US Prison"

Joaquín "El Chapo" Guzmán, serving a life sentence in a US maximum security prison, claims he has been unable to communicate with his twin daughters for seven months and is being discriminated against. He requested visits from his wife and daughters, but the judge stated he has no power to intervene. Guzmán, once the leader of the Sinaloa cartel, has a history of escaping from prisons and is now serving time for drug smuggling.

via Yahoo! Voices|
#crime#drug-lord#el-chapo
crimeentertainment1 year ago

"The Real Story of Griselda Blanco: Unveiling the Truth Behind Netflix's 'Griselda'"

Griselda Blanco, the notorious "godmother of cocaine," was a pivotal figure in the drug trade, pioneering smuggling techniques and facing numerous legal battles in the United States. After serving time in prison, she was deported to Colombia, where she lived off rental income until her fatal shooting in 2012 at the age of 69. Her life has been depicted in various documentaries and films, and a Netflix series now portrays a fictionalized version of her story.

via Business Insider|
#cocaine-trade#crimeentertainment#drug-lord
entertainment1 year ago

"Griselda" Drama: Sofia Vergara Faces Backlash from Drug Lord's Son

Sofia Vergara and Netflix are being sued by the son of Griselda Blanco over the portrayal of the late Colombian drug lord in a new limited series, alleging unauthorized use of his family's image and likeness. The lawsuit claims that Netflix used information from private interviews without authorization, but Netflix argues that Blanco had previously agreed to allow his information to be used for the show. The series explores the rise and downfall of Blanco, a single mother who rose to infamy as a cartel leader before being gunned down in 2012.

via Fox Business|
#drug-lord#entertainment#griselda-blanco
entertainment2 years ago

"Griselda" Creator and Sofia Vergara Face Lawsuit Over Netflix Series

Netflix's new limited series "Griselda," starring and produced by Sofia Vergara, has been released on the streaming platform despite a lawsuit from the late drug lord Griselda Blanco's family over unauthorized use of likeness. The lawsuit, filed in Florida, alleges that Blanco's son was not compensated for his interviews and materials used in the show. The production team, including executive producer Eric Newman, remains undeterred by the legal action, while the Blanco family awaits a judge's decision.

via Entertainment Weekly News|
#drug-lord#entertainment#griselda-blanco
entertainment2 years ago

"Griselda: The Troubles, Transformations, and Tragic Truths"

Netflix's upcoming series "Griselda," starring Sofia Vergara, is facing legal trouble as the family of the real-life Colombian drug lord Griselda Blanco is suing Netflix and Vergara, alleging unauthorized use of their likenesses and material in the show. The family seeks to block the series from airing, claiming they were not properly compensated. Despite the lawsuit, the series is set to premiere on Netflix, and the dispute raises questions about the line between fact and fiction in dramatizing real-life events.

via SlashFilm|
#drug-lord#entertainment#griselda
entertainment2 years ago

"Griselda Blanco's Family Sues Sofia Vergara and Netflix Over Miniseries"

The family of Griselda Blanco, the Colombian drug lord portrayed by Sofia Vergara in an upcoming Netflix miniseries, has sued Vergara and Netflix, claiming they did not authorize the use of their images and want to block the series from airing. Blanco's son, Michael Corleone Blanco, alleges that Netflix did not consult his interviews to create the miniseries and did not properly compensate him for his mother's story. The family is fine with Griselda's likeness being used but wants to stop the series from streaming due to the unauthorized use of their likenesses.

via CBS News|
#drug-lord#entertainment#griselda-blanco
entertainment2 years ago

"Sofía Vergara's 'Griselda' Sparks Controversy as Real Son Calls Series 'Disrespectful'"

Sofia Vergara is set to star as Griselda Blanco in Netflix's "Griselda," a series exploring the life of the late Colombian drug lord. However, Blanco's son has criticized the show, claiming that Vergara did not consult with the family and that the series was made without their involvement. He also expressed displeasure at the portrayal of his mother as "ugly." Despite this, Vergara and Netflix have not responded to the criticism.

via Fox News|
#controversy#drug-lord#entertainment
entertainment2 years ago

Sofia Vergara Faces Lawsuit from Griselda Blanco's Family Over Netflix Series

Sofía Vergara is being sued by the family of Griselda Blanco, the late Colombian drug lord, over the upcoming Netflix series "Griselda," which they claim uses their image and likeness without permission. Blanco's son alleges that Netflix had previously expressed interest in their stories but then heavily relied on them for the series without compensation. The family is seeking a court injunction to prevent the show's release.

via HuffPost|
#drug-lord#entertainment#griselda-blanco
entertainment2 years ago

"Sofia Vergara's Portrayal of Griselda Blanco Sparks Controversy and Intrigue"

A new video released by Netflix showcases Sofia Vergara's remarkable transformation into Colombian drug lord Griselda Blanco for the upcoming series "Griselda." The process involved using five wigs, prosthetic eyebrow covers, glued-on eyebrows, a prosthetic nose, and slightly bucked teeth to mask Sofia's beauty and turn her into "the Godmother." The fictionalized dramatization, set in 1970s-80s Miami, portrays Blanco's lethal blend of savagery and charm as she navigates between business and family, ultimately becoming widely known as "the Godmother." The series is set to launch globally on Netflix on January 25.

via Daily Mail|
#drug-lord#entertainment#griselda-blanco
crimeinternational-news2 years ago

"Escaped Drug Lord Sparks Wave of Violence in Ecuador"

Violence erupts in Ecuador following the disappearance of a drug lord from jail, with clashes between rival gangs and law enforcement resulting in multiple deaths and injuries. The drug lord, who was serving a 16-year sentence for drug trafficking, escaped from prison, prompting a massive manhunt by authorities. The incident has raised concerns about the country's ability to control organized crime and maintain security.

via Financial Times|
#crimeinternational-news#drug-lord#ecuador
crime2 years ago

Death of 'El Chapo' Guzmán's Mother Confirmed in Mexico

The mother of Joaquín "El Chapo" Guzmán, the convicted drug lord, has died in the state of Sinaloa, Mexico. President Andrés Manuel López Obrador confirmed her death and expressed his condolences. Consuelo Loera, who led a quiet life, gained attention after meeting with López Obrador and receiving his support to visit her son in prison. Guzmán is serving a life sentence in the United States. The Sinaloa cartel, led by Guzmán, was involved in violent drug turf battles that claimed many lives in Mexico.

via KABC-TV|
#crime#death#drug-lord
crime2 years ago

Death of Joaquin 'El Chapo' Guzmán's Mother Confirmed in Mexico

The mother of imprisoned drug lord Joaquín "El Chapo" Guzmán has died in the northern state of Sinaloa, Mexico. President Andrés Manuel López Obrador acknowledged her death and offered his condolences to the family. Guzmán's mother gained attention after shaking hands with López Obrador during a visit in 2020 and receiving his support to visit her son in the United States. Guzmán is serving a life sentence for running an industrial-scale drug smuggling operation.

via Yahoo News|
#crime#death#drug-lord