Alleged Sinaloa cartel leader extradited for federal drug charges in San Diego
- Octavio Leal-Hernandez, 44, was extradited to San Diego on drug charges related to trafficking methamphetamine, cocaine, heroin, and marijuana from Tijuana into the United States, according to the U.S. Attorney's Office.
- Leal-Hernandez, known as Chapito Leal, pleaded not guilty to two drug distribution conspiracy charges during his initial appearance in U.S. District Court in San Diego.
- He was originally indicted by a federal grand jury in May 2020 and has been in custody since his arrest by Mexican authorities following a shootout in Tijuana.
- U.S. Attorney Tara McGrath stated that this appearance in an American court reflects the pursuit of those who perpetuate violence and push narcotics into communities.
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