Notorious Ecuadorian drug lord Fito' pleads not guilty in U.S. federal court
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Jose Adolfo 'Fito' Macias, a notorious figure in drug trafficking and leader of the Los Choneros gang, was arraigned in New York federal court, pleading not guilty to seven charges related to international drug and arms trafficking. He has a significant history of escape and was ordered to be held without bail. Authorities allege that he led a network that trafficked cocaine and acquired U.S. weapons for criminal factions. Fito faces a potential prison sentence of 10 to 50 years, following an extradition deal for lenient sentencing.
Jose Adolfo 'Fito' Macias, leader of Los Choneros, pleaded not guilty to seven charges related to international drug and arms trafficking in federal court.
Authorities accused Fito of leading a network that shipped cocaine from Ecuador and acquired weapons for hitmen in his country, threatening U.S. security.
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