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AUSA’s Police Chief Husband on Juarez Cartel Payroll

AUSA’s Police Chief Husband on Juarez Cartel Payroll

Former Columbus Police Chief Angelo Vega was on the payroll of the local Juarez Cartel at the same time he collected a $40,000 annual salary for his public position, according to testimony in federal court on September 25, 2013. A witness stated that Vega received $2,000 monthly plus bonuses from the Juarez Cartel for performing background and license plate checks, buying military gear, and allowing cartel members to use official vehicles. Vega’s wife is Assistant U.S. Attorney Paula Burnett; she has not been charged with any crime.

Published Aug 12, 2014 by Christopher Zoukis, JD, MBA | Last Updated by Christopher Zoukis, JD, MBA on Jul 23, 2023 at 3:45 pm

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