The Bloody Rise and Fall of Mexico’s Top Crime Boss

El Mencho rose to become Mexico's top crime boss through a combination of extreme violence and savvy business practices. He built a powerful cartel empire, dominating the Mexican underworld. However, the article suggests that El Mencho ultimately made a critical error. This misstep led to his downfall, ending his reign as the country's most powerful drug lord. The article details the trajectory of El Mencho's criminal career, from his ascent to his eventual decline, focusing on the factors that contributed to both his success and his ultimate failure.