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Gilberto, the strategic mind behind the cartel, earned the moniker “the chess player” for his ability to stay several steps ahead of his adversaries. Chape established the cartel’s kidnapping business, further solidifying their grip on power by engaging in profitable ransom negotiations. The cartel’s operations were marked by a high level of organization, with autonomous cells that limited exposure in case of police investigations, allowing them to scale up operations without significant risk.