February 23, 2026
Raid That Killed Cartel Boss Sparks Violence Across Mexico
Mexican authorities reported that dozens of cartel members and Mexican security forces were killed following the attempted capture of a cartel kingpin.
TL;DR
- Mexican security forces conducted an operation to capture cartel leader "El Mencho".
- Nemesio Rubén Oseguera Cervantes, leader of the Jalisco New Generation cartel (CJNG), was killed during the raid.
- Following his death, cartel members retaliated with violence, including torching businesses and setting up barricades.
- The violence spread across Jalisco and neighboring Mexican states.
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