The Rise and Fall of La Barbie

This chapter explores the life of Edgar Valdez Villareal, aka La Barbie, a prominent drug trafficker whose rise in the cocaine trade marked a turbulent era in the Mexican drug war. It details the challenges law enforcement faced in gathering evidence against him, including his elaborate operations and violent power struggles along drug trafficking routes. The chapter culminates in his unexpected peaceful surrender, highlighting the stark contrast between anticipated violence and the eventual resolution.