Jalisco boys
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The term "Jalisco boys" refers to a group from the town of Xalisco in Nayarit, Mexico, who significantly altered the production and distribution of heroin in the United States. This business model, described by , was likened to a pizza delivery system, where addicts would call a number, and heroin would be delivered to a prearranged location by drivers. This system helped the group evade the police more effectively and expand their market beyond stationary sales points like parks 1.
The "Jalisco boys" were notables for their non-violent approach to expanding their market. This strategy was unique in the context of drug trafficking, where violence is commonly used to control territory and intimidate competitors. Their method not only scaled their operations but coincided with the opioid crisis in the U.S., exploiting new markets created by the rampant prescription of pain medications like OxyContin 2.
For more information about the innovative strategies of this group and their impact on heroin distribution, you can refer to the episode "" from the podcast "".
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