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Félix Gallardo: The Infamous Drug Lord

Miguel Ángel Félix Gallardo, often referred to as "El Padrino" (The Godfather), was a notorious Mexican drug lord who co-founded the Guadalajara%20Cartel during the 1970s. He is considered one of the most significant figures in the history of Mexican drug trafficking.

• Rise to Power: Gallardo consolidated various independent drug operations into a powerful syndicate. He facilitated cocaine trafficking routes and built relationships with Colombian cartels, like the Cali%20Cartel and the Medellín%20Cartel. He fostered a system of bribes and corruption, influencing law enforcement and political figures.

• Network: He was known for his organizational skills and ability to manage a vast network of smugglers, distributors, and enforcers. His inner circle included other prominent drug traffickers, such as Rafael%20Caro%20Quintero and Ernesto%20Fonseca%20Carrillo.

• Downfall and Arrest: His criminal empire started to unravel after the 1985 torture and murder of DEA agent Enrique%20"Kiki"%20Camarena. The DEA launched "Operation Leyenda," a massive investigation that ultimately led to Gallardo's arrest in 1989.

• Imprisonment and Legacy: Despite being incarcerated, Gallardo allegedly continued to exert influence from prison. He is believed to have contributed to the fragmentation of the Guadalajara Cartel into smaller, more violent organizations, setting the stage for the rise of the Sinaloa%20Cartel, the Tijuana%20Cartel, and others. He remains imprisoned in Mexico, serving a lengthy sentence.