El Chapo Guzmán's net worth declines as he serves life sentence in New York

Joaquín "El Chapo" Guzmán, the Mexican drug lord, is currently serving a life sentence in New York. At his peak, his net worth was estimated in the billions, built from smuggling drugs like cocaine and heroin. Guzmán's rise began in his youth, growing marijuana and later working for major drug cartels. He became a key figure in drug trafficking, known for his elaborate smuggling methods and ability to evade law enforcement. After multiple arrests and a dramatic prison escape in 2001, Guzmán was recaptured in 2016. His assets, including several homes, have been seized and sold for much less than their original value since his downfall.