# Martín García Corrales, “El Tano,” Murdered in Sinaloa
**By TJGringo.com Editorial**
**August 19, 2024**
Martín García Corrales, known as “El Tano,” was found murdered along with two other men in the municipality of Elota on the morning of Saturday, August 17. The discovery was made near a dirt road adjacent to the International Highway Mexico 15. The victims showed signs of torture.
García Corrales, along with his brother Leobardo, was sought by the United States government, which had issued a $4 million reward for information leading to his capture. The brothers were allegedly involved in large-scale production of methamphetamine and fentanyl and were linked to notorious drug lords Ismael “El Mayo” Zambada and Joaquín “El Chapo” Guzmán.
In November 2022, U.S. authorities reported that Martín García Corrales had negotiated the purchase of hundreds of automatic rifles and other weapons, including grenades, which were paid for with fentanyl intended for importation into the United States. Additionally, in September of that year, Martín facilitated the delivery of approximately one kilogram of fentanyl to a location in California.
## Related Developments
### Increased Violence Sparks Concerns in Sinaloa
Recent incidents, including the assassination of Martín García Corrales, have raised concerns about escalating violence in Sinaloa. In addition to drug-related murders, the region has seen a surge in other violent crimes. Authorities are deploying additional resources to manage the situation and curb the rise in violence.
### U.S. Government Tightens Security on Border
Following the murder of “El Tano,” the U.S. government has intensified security measures along the Mexico-U.S. border to prevent the influx of illegal drugs and weapons. Joint operations between U.S. and Mexican law enforcement agencies aim to dismantle drug trafficking operations tied to García Corrales and similar figures.
### Community Impact and Response
Local communities in Sinaloa are on high alert following these recent violent events. Residents express growing fears for their safety and are urging local authorities to increase patrols and provide more robust security measures to safeguard the area.
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