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Antonio Oseguera Cervantes sentenced to 22 years
Antonio Oseguera Cervantes, brother of Mexican cartel leader El Mencho, gets 22 years for drug trafficking.
In brief
Antonio Oseguera Cervantes, brother of Mexican cartel leader El Mencho, gets 22 years for drug trafficking. Antonio Oseguera Cervantes, brother of Jalisco New Generation co-founder El Mencho, was sentenced to 22 years in prison for drug trafficking. Originally reported by ABC7 Los Angeles.
Sentencing
Antonio Oseguera Cervantes, brother of Jalisco New Generation co-founder El Mencho, was sentenced to 22 years in prison for drug trafficking.
Background
Antonio Oseguera Cervantes, 68, worked for cartels with his brother Nemesio Rubén Oseguera Cervantes, known as El Mencho.
Role in Cartel
He was a leader of the Milenio Cartel and later reported directly to his brother after El Mencho became CJNG's top leader.
Prosecution Details
Prosecutors recommended a 30-year sentence for his role in managing drug proceeds, money laundering, and meth labs.
Defense Request
His lawyers asked for 20 years, saying he accepts full responsibility and has already served time in Mexico.
Remorse
He expressed remorse in a letter, saying he is deeply sorry for harm caused and fears dying far from his family.
The bottom line
Antonio Oseguera Cervantes, brother of Jalisco New Generation co-founder El Mencho, was sentenced to 22 years in prison for drug trafficking.
