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Miguel Angel Felix Gallardo, architect of Mexico’s drug trade, dies aged 80

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Mexico's Guadalajara cartel leader Miguel Angel Felix Gallardo, known as the 'boss of bosses,' died in Jalisco state's hospital at age 80 following organ failure. He had been imprisoned since 1989 and transferred to the hospital just two days prior to his death. The Jalisco state security ministry confirmed the death, noting he was a founder of the cartel. The article reports his death but does not provide details on his specific crimes, the cartel's impact on Mexico, or the reasons for his transfer from prison to hospital.

Key points

• Miguel Angel Felix Gallardo, founder of Mexico's Guadalajara cartel, died aged 80 in Jalisco state's hospital after organ failure.
• He was imprisoned since 1989 and transferred to the hospital two days before his death.

Context

The Jalisco state security ministry confirmed the death of the cartel's founder, who had been a key figure in Mexico's drug trade for decades. His death marks the end of an era for the Guadalajara cartel, which has been a significant player in Mexico's drug trade for decades.

Limitations

The evidence is limited to the Jalisco state security ministry's confirmation of the death and the reported age of 80. It does not specify the exact date of the transfer from prison to hospital, the specific causes of death beyond organ failure, or the cartel's specific impact on Mexico. The article does not provide details on his specific crimes or the reasons for his transfer from prison to hospital.

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