The Security Secretariat arrested a Chinese national linked to drug trafficking in Mexico City, and his swift extradition to the neighboring country is being prepared. The arrest took place in the exclusive Santa Fe area, where Zhi Dong "N" resided. He is accused of laundering drug trafficking profits of over 150 million dollars.
The arrest targets one of the main demands of the United States: money laundering and fentanyl trafficking, the drug that is causing the worst public health crisis in recent U.S. history. Although it does not involve a strong leadership role of Mexican cartels, it represents a significant blow to drug trafficking.
The extradition request comes from Georgia, a state heavily affected by the drug, highlighting the relevance of this arrest in the fight against organized crime. This event takes place in a context of tensions between Gertz Manero and Salazar, just days before the presidential elections in the United States.
Mexican security sources emphasize the importance of this arrest and mention the possibility of a swift extradition to Atlanta. The strategy of rapprochement with Washington led by García Harfuch aims to strengthen cooperation on security, especially with the DEA.
The Chinese national has an extradition request in Atlanta for drug-related offenses, criminal conspiracy, and money laundering. It is emphasized that his capture impacts the fight against money laundering, one of the most complex areas of drug trafficking.
