Pilot Suspected of Ties to Mexican Drug Cartel Arrested

Mexican security forces have arrested a pilot, known as "El Jando," suspected of working for Los Chapitos, the cartel run by El Chapo's sons. He was detained in Culiacán in an operation that resulted in a soldier's death. Authorities believe he was involved in drug and arms trafficking and may have crucial information about the controversial flight that led to the arrest of cartel leader "El Mayo" Zambada in the U.S.

U.S. officials allege that Joaquín Guzmán López, one of El Chapo’s sons, betrayed Zambada by luring him onto a plane that crossed into the U.S., where he was arrested. Zambada’s lawyer denies he was tricked, claiming he was forced onto the plane. The incident has sparked infighting within the cartel, with Zambada's followers turning against Los Chapitos. Meanwhile, Guzmán López is reportedly negotiating a plea deal, and prosecutors hope "El Jando" will provide key intelligence on the cartel's operations.