Valor Tactical Podcast
The mission of the Valor Tactical Podcast is to showcase the relentless efforts of law enforcement in combating violent crime across South Texas. Our platform highlights the dedication, sacrifice, and professionalism of local, school, county, state, and federal law enforcement officers — including the critical work and training of SWAT teams and specialized units in apprehending violent offenders. We will honor South Texas law enforcement — from patrol to SWAT, narcotics, K-9, investigations, command staff and agency leaders — in the fight against violent crime. Through candid conversations, real-world insights, and frontline stories, we aim to honor the men and women who protect our communities and provide listeners with a deeper understanding of the challenges and victories in the fight against crime. Real Stories. Real Training. Real Heroes.
Valor Tactical Podcast
Valor Tactical Podcast Ep. 4: Interview Investigative Journalist Idelfonso Ortiz
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In this powerful episode, investigative journalist Idelfonso Ortiz, co-founder of Cartel Chronicles, with Breitbart News shares how his relentless reporting has exposed the brutal crimes committed by Mexican cartels along the northern Mexico–South Texas border, including a small town near the Mexico-Texas border, Allende Coahuila, Mexico in 2011.
The " Zeta's" cartel incinerated hundreds of innocent men, women and children trying to find where the informant was hiding that was working with the U.S federal law enforcement agencies. He discusses the horror he found in the prison where these atrocities were taken place without impunity.
He also shares a personal story why he decided to expose these cartels, after his father was kidnapped then released by the "Zeta's" cartel. The most violent drug cartel in Mexico's history.
🕵️♂️ Ortiz takes us behind the scenes on:
- How he built a platform for anonymous tips to expose cartel operations.
- The links between cartels, corrupt police, and elected officials.
- Real stories of innocent people impacted by cartel violence.
- The daily risks of investigative journalism in a dangerous landscape.
This is a must-listen podcast for law enforcement, investigators, and anyone who wants to understand the real security challenges at our border.
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