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El Mencho Dead: Cartel Kingpin's Reign Ends
22 Feb
Summary
- Jalisco New Generation Cartel leader El Mencho reportedly killed.
- US offered $15 million reward for his capture.
- His death sparked immediate disorder across regions.
Nemesio Oseguera Cervantes, the notorious leader of the Jalisco New Generation Cartel, is reported to have been killed by Mexican security forces. Known widely as 'El Mencho,' the 59-year-old cartel boss was considered one of the world's most wanted drug traffickers.
The United States had placed a $15 million reward on his head, underscoring his significance in the global illicit drug trade. His reported death, which occurred on Sunday in the state of Jalisco, has led to immediate and significant unrest.
Disruptions including burning vehicles and "narco" roadblocks have erupted across multiple states, including Jalisco, Guanajuato, Nayarit, and Michoacán. This outbreak of disorder highlights El Mencho's extensive influence throughout Mexico and parts of Latin America.
