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Contraband cellphones, coded messages help Mexican Mafia operate in California prisons

Por: Los Angeles Times Nation January 30, 2023

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The business call began with pleasantries and self-deprecating humor. “We’re just over here comparing bellies,” one man said. “Hey, I never lost – I never could get down to under, uh, s—, 182. And now I’m at about 171,” said another, adding, “I’ve been working out.” “Don’t mess up your knee, though, man, your leg.” The conversation then pivoted to what sounded a lot like a murder plot. One of the men said he’d told... + full article



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