In a major breakthrough in its anti-cartel offensive, the Mexican military has killed Nemesio Ruben Oseguera Cervantes, widely known as “El Mencho,” the powerful head of the Jalisco New Generation Cartel (CJNG).
According to official updates, Oseguera Cervantes was fatally wounded during a military operation in Tapalpa. He later succumbed to his injuries while being transported to Mexico City for treatment.
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Authorities described the operation as the most significant success in Mexico’s campaign against organized crime in recent years. El Mencho’s death represents a major blow to one of the country’s most violent and influential criminal organizations.
Meanwhile, US President Donald Trump posted a cryptic message stating, “We’re winning too much, it’s just not fair!” Though he did not directly reference the operation, the timing of the post drew attention amid heightened US-Mexico security cooperation.
Violent Retaliation Across States
Following news of El Mencho’s death, cartel members launched coordinated retaliatory attacks across several Mexican states. Armed groups reportedly set vehicles ablaze, blocked highways, and triggered widespread panic in urban centres.
Major cities, including Guadalajara, saw residents sheltering indoors as tensions escalated. Schools in multiple states suspended classes as authorities worked to restore order.
Security forces confirmed multiple casualties during the unrest. Cartel gunmen reportedly killed security personnel in Tapalpa, Zapopan, Puerto Vallarta, and Guadalajara. Several troops were injured in clashes, and multiple suspects were taken into custody.
Heavy Weaponry Seized
During the operation and subsequent crackdowns, the military confiscated a significant cache of weapons, including armored vehicles and rocket launchers. Officials said the seizures underscored the cartel’s firepower and operational capacity.
The government is expected to intensify security measures nationwide to prevent further escalation. Analysts warn that while El Mencho’s death marks a pivotal moment in Mexico’s fight against organized crime, it may also spark internal power struggles within the cartel and continued instability in the short term.
Authorities have urged citizens to remain vigilant as security operations continue in affected regions.
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