Overview

• Zapata used her role as a flight attendant to transport drug money from Chicago to Mexico.
• She was one of 18 individuals arrested, including cartel leader Oswaldo Espinosa.
• The operation involved moving thousands of kilograms of cocaine and millions in cash.
• Authorities conducted an extensive investigation from 2018 to 2023.
• The bust is part of ongoing efforts to dismantle major drug rings in the U.S.