Killing of Mexican drug cartel boss ‘El Mencho’ triggers wave of violence
The Guardian • • nation
Key Points:
- A military raid in western Mexico killed Nemesio Rubén Oseguera Cervantes, aka “El Mencho,” leader of the Jalisco New Generation Cartel (CJNG), triggering widespread cartel violence and shutdowns in the region.
- The operation, supported by US intelligence, led to violent clashes across 20 states, with at least 26 deaths reported including security forces and cartel members, and caused major disruptions in cities like Guadalajara and Puerto Vallarta.
- Authorities closed schools, suspended public transport, and issued stay-at-home advisories as armed groups torched vehicles and blocked roads, while foreign governments warned their citizens to remain indoors.
- The death of El Mencho creates a power vacuum within the CJNG, raising concerns about potential
