Lawyers file motion to relocate 'El Chapo' due to deteriorating health

According to his lawyers, drug lord 'El Chapo' Guzman's mental and physical health are deteriorating in solitary confinement.

He's currently locked up in what's known as the 'Guantanamo of New York.'

In a windowless cell for 23 hours a day Monday through Friday. 24 hours a day on weekends.

Guzman is allowed an hour of solitary exercise in another windowless cell equipped with a treadmill and stationary bike.

His lawyers say he gets a glimpse of sunlight only through a small window in the hallway connecting both cells.

Lawyers have filed a motion requesting the notorious drug lord be moved to a general population prison.

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