Mery Valencia | |
|---|---|
| Born | Mery Valencia de Ortiz August 28, 1953 Cali, Valle del Cauca, Colombia |
| Other names | La Señora |
| Criminal activity | |
| Organization | Cali Cartel |
| Conviction(s) | Drug trafficking, money launder |
| Penalty | Life imprisonment (1999) |
| Incarcerated | FCI Tallahassee |
| Status | Released (2012) |
Mery Valencia de Ortiz (born August 28, 1953), also known as "La Señora", is a former Colombian drug trafficker who led a narcotics operation based on Miami and was one of the leaders of the Cali Cartel. Between 1997 and 1998, Valencia's organization made more than $180 million annually and distributed more than 12,000 kilograms (26,500 lb) of cocaine.