Mexico’s Most Wanted Drug Lord El Mencho Killed in Raid
Cartel leader Nemesio Oseguera Cervantes died after a clash in Jalisco, triggering coordinated violence, transport paralysis and US, Canada alerts.
Biggest Blow to Cartels Since El Chapo and Zambada Arrests
El Mencho’s killing marks Mexico’s most significant strike on organised crime since the arrests of Sinaloa cartel co-founders.
Mexico Army Special Forces Led Strike on El Mencho
Elite units, backed by Air Force and National Guard, carried out the raid as US intelligence, including a JITF-CC target package, supported the mission.
CJNG Leader El Mencho Dies After Fierce Firefight
Cartel co-founder succumbed to injuries after a raid on a safe house, months after US pressure and CJNG’s designation as a foreign terrorist group.
CJNG Rose From Split to Become Global Crime Power
Formed after a Milenio Cartel split, CJNG evolved from a Sinaloa ally into one of the world’s most powerful and dangerous criminal groups.
CJNG Named Terror Group, Owns Global Drug Empire
Major fentanyl supplier operating in 50 US states and 40+ countries, the cartel wields drones, explosives and heavy weapons in paramilitary-style attacks.
$15 Million US Bounty Placed on El Mencho Before Death
US raised reward to $15M in 2024, among the largest in its narcotics program, while Mexico earlier offered 30 million pesos for his capture.
Mexico on High Alert After El Mencho Killing
CJNG gunmen torched vehicles and blocked highways across 20 states, sparking travel chaos and fears of a violent power struggle.
US, Canada Issue Alerts as Violence Spreads in Mexico
Flights to Guadalajara and Puerto Vallarta halted, schools shut and Liga MX matches postponed amid escalating cartel unrest.