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Dámaso 'El Mini Lic' López, Sinaloa Cartel Leader, Arrested in Virginia for Fentanyl Trafficking, FBI Confirms

Dec 14, 2024, 03:24 AM

Dámaso López Serrano, known as 'El Mini Lic', has been arrested in Virginia, USA, on charges of fentanyl trafficking. Reports indicate that López, a former leader of the Sinaloa Cartel, was taken into custody by the FBI. This arrest marks a significant development as López had previously surrendered to U.S. authorities in 2017 and cooperated with law enforcement, leading to his release on probation in 2022. The recent apprehension raises questions regarding the effectiveness of the U.S. justice system in managing informants and cartel members. The FBI is currently working to confirm his identity following the arrest.