Robert Mazur, a former government agent, recounts his experiences investigating drug-money laundering in a captivating manner. Mazur went undercover for multiple agencies, including the US Drug Enforcement Administration, the Internal Revenue Service intelligence division, and the Customs Service.
In Operation C-Chase, Mazur successfully infiltrated the notorious Medellín cartel by assuming the persona of a wealthy, mob-connected businessman named Robert Musella. Through this facade, he was able to establish connections with key figures such as Pablo Escobar’s lawyer Gonzalo Mora and his trafficker Roberto Alcaino. The Medellín cartel, at the height of its power, supplied over 80% of all cocaine shipped to the US, amounting to around 15 tons a day.
Mazur later moved on to Operation Promo where he posed as an Italian American businessman named Robert Baldasare to expose money-laundering networks linked to the Cali cartel. This powerful cartel, controlled by individuals like Gilberto Rodríguez Orejuela and Miguel Rodríguez Orejuela, was estimated to have produced 80% of the world’s cocaine supply.
Today, Mazur continues to share his insights on money laundering, drug trafficking and corruption through his company KYC Solutions. He also continues to speak publicly about his experiences and is available for expert witness services and consulting work. For more information about Mazur’s speaking engagements and other services visit his website at https://www.robertmazur.com/. His latest memoir “The Betrayal” delves into his second undercover operation within the Cali cartel while his first memoir “The Infiltrator” focuses on his investigation of the Medellín cartel both books are available for purchase on Amazon.
Mazur’s story is one of bravery and determination in fighting against drug trafficking and money laundering networks that threaten global security and economy. His experiences highlight the importance of intelligence gathering and undercover operations in combating these illicit activities.
It is important that individuals who are involved in illegal activities understand that they will be caught eventually. They should take responsibility for their actions instead of trying to cover them up or hide from authorities.
Fighting against drug trafficking and money laundering requires a concerted effort from all stakeholders including law enforcement agencies, governments