Matt Thomas
Former Chief Deputy at the Pinal County (AZ) Sheriff's Office with three decades of experience hunting cartels and leading narcotics and undercover operations, and an advocate for first-responder wellness.
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Feb 3, 2026 • 3h
#379 - “Sinister!” - Cartel Cop on Cartel Occult, “R*pe Tree” & Life-Changing Cure | Matt Thomas
Matt Thomas, former Pinal County chief deputy who spent 30 years hunting cartels and leading narcotics and undercover work. He recounts chasing Sinaloa operatives in Arizona. He discusses ruthless cartel structures, horrifying “rape tree” trafficking practices, and the personal toll of long-term trauma. He also talks about trying ketamine therapy for processing trauma and how it changed his outlook.
