14. The Texas Drug Lord’s Cartel Tunnel (1997)
In 1997, Juan Carlos Ramirez Abadia, a notorious cartel boss, orchestrated a bold escape from a Mexican prison. With inside assistance, a tunnel was constructed beneath the facility, allowing him to slip away undetected. This daring feat set a new precedent for cartel breakouts, highlighting the reach and resourcefulness of organized crime. Read the full story at Los Angeles Times.
