Leader of Mexican drug-trafficking organization operating near the border is extradited to the U.S.

Jesus M., an alleged drug trafficker jailed in Mexico, has been extradited to the United States to face pending drug charges. (photo courtesy Government of Mexico) (Credit: Image via fgr.org.mx)

SEATTLE - On Sept. 4, Mexico's Attorney General's Office announced that the country was turning over to U.S. authorities a man accused of running a criminal cell in Ciudad Juarez, Mexico, that exported large quantities of methamphetamine to several American communities.

The suspect, only identified by his first name and last name initial (Jesus "M") was turned over to American law enforcement at the Mexico City International Airport.