Who is Chepe Santacruz in Narcos?

Cali in New York · Cali cartel

Chepe Santacruz (Cali in New York) is a character in Narcos, part of Cali cartel. Runs Cali's New York operation from a quiet Queens lab — charming until he isn't.

When does Chepe Santacruz first appear?

Chepe Santacruz first appears in Season 3, Episode 1 (“The Kingpin Strategy”) of Narcos (2015–2017, Netflix).

Who is Chepe Santacruz connected to?

Relationships already established when Chepe Santacruz first appears — nothing from later episodes.

• Gilberto Rodríguez Orejuela — Cali godfathers

Which group does Chepe Santacruz belong to?

By the time Chepe Santacruz appears, Cali cartel also includes Gilberto Rodríguez Orejuela, Miguel Rodríguez Orejuela, Pacho Herrera, Jorge Salcedo.

Who else is introduced in this episode?

• Gilberto Rodríguez Orejuela — Head of the Cali cartel
• Miguel Rodríguez Orejuela — Cali's number two
• Jorge Salcedo — Cali's head of security

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