Extradition Ovidio Guzman Lopezson of Joaquín “El Chapo” Guzmán, is an example of the joint work that the US and Mexican governments are doing in the fight against drug trafficking, Ken Salazar, US Ambassador to Mexico, said this Monday.

“The extradition of Ovidio Guzman to the United States last Friday This is an example of how we work hand in hand. with the Mexican government,” Salazar said during a press conference following a working meeting with Nuevo Leon Governor Samuel Garcia.

Salazar took the opportunity to thank the Mexican Army and the Mexican government, and recognized the work of Mexican soldiers who died during an operation to capture an alleged criminal leader registered at the beginning of the year in the city of Culiacan, Sinaloa.

On the day of the capture, which took place on January 5 this year, at least 10 soldiers were killed.

“I thank the Mexican Army and the Mexican government for the work we have done with them, always with respect and support for Mexican sovereignty, and now Ovidio is already in the US and will be subject to legal proceedings. that they will begin and continue, and we will respect these processes,” Salazar said.

Last Friday, the US Department of Justice Guzman’s extradition confirmed in Chicago, where he will be tried for drug trafficking crimes.

This Monday Guzman pleaded not guilty to all five charges whom he is accused in Chicago District Court of drug trafficking and money laundering, American media indicated.

He also known as “Mouse” He is charged with conspiracy to distribute controlled substances, engaging in a criminal enterprise, exporting controlled substances to the United States, unlawful use and possession of a firearm, and engaging in financial transactions with the proceeds of illegal activities.

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The Sinaloa Cartel, according to Washington, It is “the most powerful drug trafficking group in the world.” and is largely responsible for producing and manufacturing fentanyl for distribution in the United States, where the drug, considered 50 times more potent than heroin, is “the leading cause of death among Americans aged 18 to 49.”

Ovidio and his brothers, known as “Chapitos”, are also accused of “systematically” transport tons of cocaine from South and Central America to and through the United States.This was reported by the US Department of Justice.

US authorities note that this organization was involved in drug trafficking and violence into this country for over a decade and a half.

On the other hand, Salazar also spoke about the work being done by the US and Mexico in the area of ​​safety and security. combating arms and human trafficking.

“Our priorities are to stop the spread of precursors and fentanyl, which are killing so many people in the United States,” Salazar said, and in the case of guns, he said they come from the United States. They cross into Mexico and cause a lot of violence. because they fall into the hands of organized crime, which creates unrest and brings violence to many places in Mexico.

Meanwhile, he said, human trafficking is run by criminal networks that victimize thousands of migrants. (EFE)