Mexico Strikes Major Blow: CJNG Leader “El Mencho” Killed, Chaos Erupts
Nemesio “El Mencho” Oseguera Cervantes, the head of Mexico’s powerful Jalisco New Generation Cartel, is dead following a targeted military operation in the western state of Jalisco. This marks one of the most significant victories against organized crime in Mexico in years, but it also unleashed waves of chaos across multiple states.
The operation, carried out by federal military forces in the town of Tapalpa, was intense. CJNG gunmen exchanged fire with soldiers, leaving four cartel members dead at the scene. Oseguera and two others were critically wounded and later died during transport to Mexico City. Three Mexican military personnel were injured, highlighting the operation’s high stakes.
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The immediate aftermath was marked by widespread unrest. Roads were blocked, buses set ablaze and clashes with authorities erupted in Jalisco, Michoacán and Guanajuato. Video from Puerto Vallarta, a popular tourist hub, showed smoke and fires across the city. Airlines, including Air Canada, suspended flights to the area. Governors called for residents to stay home and public transit was halted as security forces scrambled to regain control.
Oseguera’s death ends the reign of a man who rose from police officer to head one of the world’s most ruthless criminal organizations. Under his leadership, CJNG expanded its reach in Jalisco and beyond, controlling major trafficking routes and becoming a key supplier of fentanyl to the United States. He had been a priority target for both Mexican and U.S. authorities for years, with bounties totaling millions of dollars. His organization was previously designated by the U.S. as a Specially Designated Global Terrorist entity, underscoring the scale of the threat he posed.
While his death is a major blow to organized crime, it also raises concerns about immediate repercussions. Experts warn that power vacuums within cartels can lead to more violence, as rival factions and other criminal groups attempt to fill the void. For residents and travelers in affected states, the risk of attacks, roadblocks and property damage remains high. The U.S. State Department has issued travel advisories, urging citizens in these areas to shelter in place.
This operation also reflects the pressure on Mexico from the U.S., particularly under former President Trump, who threatened stronger action against cartels. Mexican leadership has emphasized sovereignty, but the cooperation with U.S. security partners was crucial in tracking and ultimately neutralizing Oseguera.
The death of “El Mencho” is a pivotal moment in Mexico’s ongoing battle against organized crime. Authorities now face the dual challenge of consolidating security gains while preventing retaliation. Stay with us for continuous updates on how this story unfolds and its impact across Mexico and beyond.
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