Caro Quintero: The legendary drug lord with whom the US will ultimately strike a deal

Rafael Caro Quintero, a notorious drug lord, is negotiating a plea deal with U.S. authorities to improve his prison conditions. Known for his role in the kidnapping and murder of DEA agent Enrique Camarena, Quintero's past continues to haunt him as he faces trial in 2027. Despite his advanced age and diminished health, his case remains a sensitive issue for the Mexican government, which has been pressured by the U.S. to act against him. Quintero's history includes founding the Guadalajara Cartel and a controversial release from prison in 2013, which led to his recapture in 2022. As he seeks a deal to plead guilty, he hopes to avoid a lengthy trial and secure better living conditions in prison.