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Understanding the Mexican Cartels and Narco Cultura

St. Paul, MN · Jun 13–16, 2023 · 40 hours · $550.00

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Instructor

Victor Galarza

Description

Understanding the Mexican Cartels and Narco Cultura is a law enforcement training course covering Drugs, Gangs. This course is designed for officers looking to improve field performance, decision-making, and practical effectiveness.
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Robert Carrasco
AZ · Attended 2/25/2025

Class was outstanding best class I have ever attended

★★★★★ 5/5 · Instructor: ★★★★★ 5/5
Christopher Oletski
AZ · Attended 2/25/2025

In depth deep dive on Mexican Culture, religion and how it is adopted/hijacked/modified by the narco culture.

★★★★★ 5/5 · Instructor: ★★★★★ 5/5
Gustavo Riveroll
AZ · Attended 2/25/2025

Best Course to attend to get a better understanding of Cartel / Narco culture, religion, trends, etc…

★★★★★ 5/5 · Instructor: ★★★★★ 5/5
Anthony Macias
NM · Attended 2/25/2025

Very knowledgeable instructor.

★★★★★ 5/5 · Instructor: ★★★★★ 5/5
Ryleigh Skinner
AZ · Attended 2/25/2025

Very informative training. One of the best trainings I’ve EVER heard of or been too.

★★★★★ 5/5 · Instructor: ★★★★★ 5/5
Maritza Rumsley
AZ · Attended 2/25/2025

Informative and provided a start middle end and collective way to bring everything together.

★★★★★ 5/5 · Instructor: ★★★★★ 5/5
Marcus Ritschel
AZ · Attended 2/25/2025

Amazing information. Will have to take it again. So much to take in.

★★★★★ 5/5 · Instructor: ★★★★★ 5/5
Bennett Chewing
AZ · Attended 2/25/2025

Awesome class

★★★★★ 5/5 · Instructor: ★★★★★ 5/5
Elisa Bejarano
CO · Attended 1/14/2025

This was my 5th class and every time I come, it’s better than the class before. I recommend it for all law enforcement.

★★★★★ 5/5 · Instructor: ★★★★★ 5/5
Monica Dominguez
CO · Attended 1/14/2025

Victor put on an amazing class. An extreme amount of knowledge and tools were provided. The hands-on was a great way to identify and decipher the items of interest for different scenarios.

★★★★★ 5/5 · Instructor: ★★★★★ 5/5
Twila Martinez
CO · Attended 1/14/2025

This class was unlike any other class I’ve taken. I’ve learned so much in these four days and have added so many tools to my tool belt. I HIGHLY recommend this class to anyone- whether you’re a new cop, veteran cop, detective, any type of law enforcement. Victor knows his stuff and is legit. I plan to continue coming to his future classes when possible. Thanks Victor for sharing your knowledge. Stay safe. Please sell T-Shirts Vic!

★★★★★ 5/5 · Instructor: ★★★★★ 5/5
Leonel Sarmiento
CO · Attended 1/14/2025

I learned that everything that was explained is relevant and is currently occurring in our cities and our Counties. Amazing eye opening class.

★★★★★ 5/5 · Instructor: ★★★★★ 5/5
Damin Martinez
CO · Attended 1/14/2025

This class was nothing what I expected. I thought it was going to be just a basic class about the “cartel”. After being in this class that is not the case I learned something new every second I was in this class that I will now have in my toolbox.

★★★★★ 5/5 · Instructor: ★★★★★ 5/5
Mike Hernandez
KS · Attended 1/14/2025

Victor possess great knowledge on the subject of Mexican Cartels and Narco Culture. Learned alot off information I will use and take back to my department. One of the best courses I have attended. Would highly recommend.

★★★★★ 5/5 · Instructor: ★★★★★ 5/5
Ashley Carter
CO · Attended 1/14/2025

This training course is very valuable to those interested in drug and cartel/gang interdiction. This is also valuable to those who are involved in traffic operations.

★★★★★ 5/5 · Instructor: ★★★★★ 5/5
Richard Vattuone
CA · Attended 1/14/2025

Outstanding presentation. Invaluable discussion of Mexican history and culture, along with history , tactics of Mexican criminal, drug organizations.

★★★★★ 5/5 · Instructor: ★★★★★ 5/5
Abelardo Lucas
CO · Attended 1/14/2025

The information provided is very valuable due to personal experiences and truly understanding a culture.

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Edward Ramirez
CO · Attended 1/14/2025

There was so much information. The structure of the class made it very interesting to follow.

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Mollee Heeney
CO · Attended 1/14/2025

This class was very beneficial to me because I knew little to none of this information before. I like to work narcotics investigations so this information is crucial for me. I also think it was very important to learn the distinction between the legit religious practices and the narco practices.

★★★★★ 5/5 · Instructor: ★★★★★ 5/5
Roberto Falomir
CO · Attended 1/14/2025

Class was very informative and professional. Definitely will utilize the information and training I obtained in this training for my daily.

★★★★★ 5/5 · Instructor: ★★★★★ 5/5
Ezekiel Sisneros
CO · Attended 1/14/2025

Amazing class. Very well explained very knowledgeable

★★★★★ 5/5 · Instructor: ★★★★★ 5/5
Malachi Sandoval
CO · Attended 1/14/2025

This class has taught me what I can look for and how to explain these types of criminal organizations

★★★★★ 5/5 · Instructor: ★★★★★ 5/5
Samuel Maestas
CO · Attended 1/14/2025

Very knowledgeable of the Mexican Cartels & Narco Culture.

★★★★★ 5/5 · Instructor: ★★★★★ 5/5
Hunter Velasquez
CO · Attended 1/14/2025

This course was very educational in helping understanding the difference from items that are religious and those that are "items of interest". I knew there were hidden meanings out there but I did not realize how common they are.

★★★★★ 5/5 · Instructor: ★★★★★ 5/5
Blakely Brown
CO · Attended 1/14/2025

Very detailed course with so much good information.

★★★★★ 5/5 · Instructor: ★★★★★ 5/5

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