The tragic death of El Mencho, the cartel lord betrayed by his girlfriend
Thekabarnews.com—On February 22, a large-scale military operation in the mountainous region of Tapalpa, Jalisco, finally caught up with Mexico’s long-time search for the infamous cartel leader...
Thekabarnews.com—On February 22, a large-scale military operation in the mountainous region of Tapalpa, Jalisco, finally caught up with Mexico’s long-time search for the infamous cartel leader Nemesio Oseguera Cervantes, better known as El Mencho.
After years of avoiding capture, authorities confirmed that the leader of the Jalisco New Generation Cartel (CJNG) died from gunshot wounds received during the raid.
The operation began when intelligence agencies found out that he was hiding out in a luxury villa in the Tapalpa Country Club tourist area. Reports say that investigators got important information from people who were close to the fugitive.
The authorities then combined the information with intelligence support from the United States before sending in Mexican special forces.
Before dawn, troops surrounded the property and faced a lot of resistance from armed cartel guards. As El Mencho tried to get away, a fierce gunfight broke out and spread to nearby forests.
Soldiers severely injured the cartel leader during the battle. Authorities used a helicopter to get him to Mexico City, but he died before he got to the hospital.
Upon confirmation of his death, CJNG members retaliated by attacking several western Mexican states. These included Jalisco, Michoacán, and Colima. Armed groups set cars on fire, blocked roads, and made life difficult in several cities. Officials told people to stay inside while security forces worked to restore order.
The upcoming 2026 FIFA World Cup, which Mexico will co-host, has drawn significant international attention to the rise in violence and raised concerns about long-term security. However, Mexican officials say that preparations for the tournament will go on with stronger security measures.
For a long time, El Mencho was one of the most wanted criminals in the world. The US offered a reward of up to $15 million, and the Mexican government added 300 million pesos, making the total reward one of the biggest in modern anti-drug operations.
El Mencho started CJNG around 2010 after the Milenio Cartel fell apart. He turned it into one of Mexico’s most powerful drug trafficking groups. With him in charge, CJNG grew quickly by using a semi-military structure, hiring ex-soldiers, and using armored vehicles and drones in its operations.
Security experts say that the death of El Mencho may not stop cartel violence. Experts think that CJNG could split into rival groups, which could lead to more instability in Mexico’s drug trafficking areas.
Authorities are closely monitoring cartel movements as the country embarks on a new phase in its ongoing battle against organized crime.
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