El Chapo: 5 things to know about Mexican drug lord sentenced to life in prison
Joaquin “El Chapo” Guzman was sentenced to life in prison plus 30 years Wednesday, putting an end to his decades-long reign as the most powerful drug trafficker in the world.Guzman entered the drug trade as a teen, following in his father’s footsteps. He ultimately became the leader of the powerful Sinaloa Cartel, which moved a variety of drugs, including methamphetamine and cocaine, into the U.S. from Mexico.A jury convicted El Chapo, whose nickname translates to “shorty, […]
