In recent hours, various digital platforms and social media networks have circulated reports claiming that Ismael Zambada Imperial—known as “El Mayito Gordo”—allegedly evaded the supervision of U.S. authorities to return to Mexican territory. According to these unofficial reports, the son of “El Mayo” Zambada was reportedly welcomed with a celebration in the state of Durango.
It is imperative to clarify that, to date, this information has NOT been confirmed through any official institutional channels. Neither the United States Government, nor the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), nor security authorities in Mexico have issued any statements or communiqués validating the alleged escape or the return of the individual in question. (Narco-trafficking News)
The story has gained significant traction due to the high profile of the figure involved; however, the websites and social media accounts propagating this version rely exclusively on anonymous sources and reports lacking any documentary evidence. Zambada Imperial’s recent legal status is as follows:
Release in the U.S.: In 2022, Ismael Zambada Imperial was released in the United States after serving a portion of his sentence, remaining under a supervised release program.
Legal Proceedings in Mexico: “El Mayito Gordo” still has pending legal matters to settle with the Mexican justice system. As recently as February 2026, a federal court denied his petition for *amparo* (a form of constitutional relief) through which he sought to modify the terms of his sentence—a ruling that reaffirms the ongoing validity of the legal proceedings against him within the country.
Given the sensitive nature of this information and the prevailing tensions in regions under the influence of organized crime, authorities urge the public not to accept as fact any news reports that lack official corroboration. Until such time as a formal notification is issued by the intelligence agencies of both nations, the alleged presence of Zambada Imperial in Durango remains strictly within the realm of digital speculation.
