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Building linked to the Gulf Cartel scheduled for auction in September
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· July 24, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key points The property, located on Military Highway, previously belonged to Carlos Favian Martinez. A building in San Benito with ties to the Gulf Cartel is set to be auctioned off in September.
A building in San Benito with ties to the Gulf Cartel is set to be auctioned off in September. The property, located on Military Highway, previously belonged to Carlos Favian Martinez. Martinez has a notable connection to the Gulf Cartel, being the son-in-law of its boss, Osiel Cardenas Guillen.
He pleaded guilty to extortion charges related to people crossing the Free area. Further details about the building and the auction can be found through ValleyCentral. The upcoming sale is a notable development in the story of this property and its former owner.
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Category: News Published: July 24, 2026 Source: ValleyCentral Reading time: 1 min
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