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Mozambican police have arrested three individuals, including two Mexicans, suspected of being part of the Sinaloa Cartel. The arrests occurred at Maputo International Airport as part of efforts to combat international drug trafficking. Authorities have indicated strong evidence linking the detainees to serious criminal activities, including drug trafficking and document forgery.
Africa-Press – Mozambique. Mozambican police today announced the arrest in Maputo of three individuals, including two Mexicans suspected of being members of the Sinaloa Cartel, one of the largest organised crime syndicates in the world, who allegedly intended to establish themselves in Mozambique.
The arrests, carried out as part of efforts to combat international drug trafficking, took place on 11 April at Maputo International Airport, according to information from the National Criminal Investigation Service (SERNIC) sent to Lusa.
SERNIC, which said it would provide further information on the case later today, stated that there is “strong evidence” linking the three detainees to international drug trafficking, document forgery and criminal association.
“The two Mexicans are identified as members of the Sinaloa Cartel in Mexico and intended to establish themselves in the national territory, specifically in Matutuine district, Maputo province,” SERNIC explained.
Founded in 1987 in western Mexico, the Sinaloa Cartel is considered one of the world’s largest transnational crime syndicates, involved in drug trafficking and money laundering, and designated a terrorist organisation by the United States.
The Sinaloa Cartel, founded in 1987, is one of the largest organized crime syndicates globally, primarily involved in drug trafficking and money laundering. Its influence has spread beyond Mexico, posing significant challenges to law enforcement in various countries. Mozambique, with its strategic location, has become a potential target for such criminal organizations seeking to expand their operations in Africa. The recent arrests highlight the ongoing efforts by Mozambican authorities to combat the infiltration of international drug trafficking networks.
