Inside The War For Tijuana: How Mexican Cartels Turned Tijuana Into World's Most VIOLENT City

Tijuana, Mexico—one of the most dangerous cities in the world.
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In this eye-opening documentary, we dive into the heart of TJ, where crime and violence are part of daily life. With insights from former law enforcement officer Ed Calderon and ex-dope boy Fernando Puente, we uncover the truth behind Tijuana's notorious drug cartels, the shifting dynamics of power, and the impact of U.S. drug policies on local crime.

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00:00:00 Intro
00:00:59 Visiting Tijuana
00:02:19 The Origins of Tijuana's Economy
00:04:30 The Old Guard in Drug Cartel Leadership
00:06:37 The Ariana Félix Stronghold and Cartel Influences
00:08:59 Cross-Border Drug Trafficking Trends
00:09:53 This Episode Is Sponsored By PDS Debt
00:11:21 Surge in Drug Use in Tijuana
00:14:39 Navigating Independent Hustling and Cartel Affiliation
00:16:34 Drug Cartel Dynamics in Zona Norte
00:18:54 The Risks of the Drug Trade in Mexico
00:19:23 New Official The Connect Merch Drop!
00:20:01 The Rise of Coyote Networks: Human Smuggling Operations
00:22:52 The Lucrative Drug Trade in Tijuana
00:25:03 The Rise of Narco Messages and Cartel Influence
00:26:59 Hazing and Torture in Mexican Law Enforcement
00:29:20 Major Prison Riots and Police Response in Tijuana
00:31:27 The Rise and Fall of Cartel Power in Tijuana
00:33:44 Inside Smuggling Operations and Border Corruption
00:35:52 Innovative Drug Smuggling Techniques
00:38:04 Cartel Strategies and Border Tactics
00:40:12 Life at the Top of the Cartel Hierarchy
00:42:11 Violence and Corruption in Tijuana Police Forces
00:44:32 Corruption in the Mexican Government and Military
00:46:47 High-Profile Extradition Case: Mexico and the US