Ismael Zambada García

Ismael Zambada García

criminal Mexico

Ismael Zambada García, also known as 'El Mayo,' is a prominent Mexican drug lord and a key figure in the Sinaloa Cartel. He has been involved in drug trafficking for decades and is known for his ability to maintain a low profile while wielding significant power within the cartel. Often considered a rival to Joaquín 'El Chapo' Guzmán, Zambada has played a central role in the operations of the Sinaloa Cartel, overseeing large-scale drug shipments and maintaining control over drug trafficking routes into the United States.

Global Media Ratings
Dominance
0.01%
Persistence
1 wks
Reach
554,303
Power
4,829$
Sentiment
3.19
Countries Mentioned
Country Mentions Sentiment Dominance + Persistence x Population = Reach x GDP (millions) = Power
Mexico 5 3.40 0.30% +10% 128,932,753 421,850 $1,200,000 3,926$
Ecuador 1 2.00 0.04% +0% 17,643,060 7,601 $108,000 47$
Guatemala 1 5.00 0.07% +0% 17,915,568 12,171 $82,000 56$
Brazil 1 3.00 0.05% +0% 211,049,527 112,680 $1,500,000 801$
Totals 8 375,540,908 554,302 $2,890,000 4,830$
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Recent Mentions

Mexico Mexico: Ismael Zambada García, known as 'El Mayo', is involved in a recent extradition request to Mexico arguing illegal detention by the United States. 5

El Universal: ¿Qué es la justicia? | El Universal

Mexico Mexico: Ismael Zambada García, known as 'El Mayo', is a Mexican narcotrafficker who is seeking repatriation from the United States government. 3

El Universal: Los mensajes del Mayo | El Universal

Mexico Mexico: Ismael Zambada García, known as 'El Mayo', is a leader of the Sinaloa Cartel who has requested repatriation to Mexico to avoid the death penalty. 3

El Universal: “El Mayo” Zambada: Esta es la carta con la que pidió su repatriación para evitar pena de muerte; reclama “pasividad” tras su secuestro