It appears there’s been a new development in the ongoing efforts to combat powerful drug cartels in Mexico, with reports suggesting a U.S. military-led group played a role in the recent hunt for “El Mencho,” the elusive leader of the Jalisco New Generation Cartel (CJNG). While the headlines might suggest a direct U.S. military operation, the reality seems to be a bit more nuanced, pointing towards a collaborative intelligence-gathering effort.
Essentially, a cross-border task force, spearheaded by the U.S. military, has been actively mapping out the intricate networks of these cartels. This task force focuses on gathering intelligence, providing a crucial foundation for operations against these criminal organizations.… Continue reading
The recent killing of Nemesio Rubén Oseguera Cervantes, widely known as “El Mencho,” the leader of the formidable Jalisco New Generation Cartel (CJNG), has sent shockwaves across Mexico, triggering immediate and violent retaliation. This significant development, confirmed by official sources, marks a pivotal moment in the ongoing struggle against organized crime in the country. The bounty on El Mencho’s head, reportedly a staggering $15 million, underscores the immense threat he and his cartel posed, and it was perhaps only a matter of time before such a high-profile target became a casualty in this protracted conflict.
The immediate aftermath of El Mencho’s death has been anything but calm, with reports detailing widespread acts of violence and disruption across Jalisco, the cartel’s stronghold.… Continue reading
Nemesio Rubén Oseguera Cervantes, known as “El Mencho” and the leader of Mexico’s Jalisco New Generation Cartel (CJNG), has reportedly been killed by the Mexican military. This significant development marks the end of a reign by one of the most powerful and violent drug lords in the world. El Mencho’s demise, if confirmed, represents a major blow to the CJNG’s operations and influence within the international drug trade.
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A ranch in Teuchitlán, Jalisco, uncovered by the Colectivo Guerreros Buscadores de Jalisco, served as a CJNG confinement, training, and extermination center. The site yielded burnt human remains, hundreds of personal items suggesting numerous victims, and three cremation furnaces. A victim’s letter and a notebook with lists of surnames were also discovered, along with other evidence supporting the scale of the operation. This discovery follows a similar find last month, highlighting the cartel’s continued use of such facilities in the region.
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