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🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
Crime & Justice

The fall of the Bulgarian who sold war weapons to the CJNG

Bulgarian citizen Peter Dimitrov Mirchev was extradited to the United States, facing charges for leading an international network supplying military weaponry to the Jalisco New Generation Cartel (CJNG).

Mar 23 • 01:23 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

El Mencho has a successor and it’s a 'gringo': what awaits Mexico in its fight against drug cartels

The successor to El Mencho, the leader of the Jalisco New Generation Cartel, brings new challenges for Mexico's fight against drug trafficking amid a complex relationship with the U.S.

Mar 22 • 18:05 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

CJNG 'debuts' leader after the death of 'El Mencho': Who is the US citizen at the front?

The death of Nemesio Oseguera Cervantes, 'El Mencho', leaves the Jalisco New Generation Cartel (CJNG) with a new leader, Juan Carlos Valencia González, a US citizen.

Mar 19 • 19:55 UTC
🇮🇸 Visir
Crime & Justice

American stepson of El Mencho received the crown

An American citizen, Juan Carlos Valencia González, is reported to have taken control of the Jalisco New Generation Cartel following the death of his stepfather, El Mencho.

Mar 19 • 17:52 UTC
🇫🇷 France24
World

Will the Jalisco cartel's new US-born leader complicate Trump's war on drugs?

The new US-born leader of the Jalisco New Generation Cartel poses a significant challenge to the US's efforts in combating drug trafficking and organized crime under the Trump administration.

Mar 19 • 09:51 UTC
🇵🇱 Oko.press
National & Local

Organized crime is a product of neoliberalism. After the death of 'El Mencho' in Mexico [INTERVIEW]

The death of Jalisco New Generation Cartel leader 'El Mencho' has sparked a surge of violence in Mexico, leading experts to question the long-term effectiveness of government anti-drug initiatives.

Mar 19 • 09:01 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

Who is 'El Pepe', alleged driver of 'El Mencho'?

José 'N', also known as 'El Pepe', has been arrested as a logistical operator for the Jalisco New Generation Cartel (CJNG) in Tlajomulco de Zúñiga, Mexico.

Mar 16 • 20:45 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
Crime & Justice

Driver of 'El Mencho's' girlfriend captured: 'El Pepe' arrested in an operation in Tlajomulco

José 'N', also known as 'Pepe', a key logistic operator for the Jalisco New Generation Cartel, was arrested in a military operation in Tlajomulco, Jalisco.

Mar 16 • 04:32 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

Searching Mothers Achieve the Arrest of 'La Tía': She is Accused of Disappearances in Tijuana

Mothers searching for their missing children confronted and helped detain a woman identified as 'La Tía', who is accused of being responsible for multiple disappearances in Tijuana.

Mar 12 • 19:21 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

Tribute to fallen military during the operation to take down 'El Mencho'

Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum led a private tribute for soldiers killed during an operation against Nemesio Oseguera, alias 'El Mencho', leader of the Jalisco New Generation Cartel.

Mar 12 • 08:34 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
Crime & Justice

Abigael González ‘El Cuini’, brother-in-law of ‘Mencho’, seeks agreement with US Prosecutor: Hearing postponed

Abigael González, associated with the Jalisco New Generation Cartel, is attempting to negotiate a plea deal with US authorities to avoid trial.

Mar 11 • 04:49 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
Crime & Justice

El 85, one of the founders of the Jalisco Cartel, will plead guilty in the United States

Erick Valencia Salazar, known as El 85, is set to plead guilty in U.S. court as part of a deal with prosecutors regarding the Jalisco New Generation Cartel.

Mar 9 • 20:09 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

Will the CJNG Fragment in the Short Term?

The article discusses the potential fragmentation of the Jalisco New Generation Cartel (CJNG) following the killing of its leader, suggesting that while fragmentation seems likely, historical patterns indicate that such events often lead to increased violence rather than resolution.

Mar 9 • 07:25 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
Crime & Justice

With sushi and nigiri: How much did it cost to go to Kenzo, the restaurant run by Jessica, ‘El Mencho’s’ daughter?

The article explores the history and pricing of Kenzo Sushi, a popular restaurant run by Jessica Oseguera, daughter of the notorious drug lord ‘El Mencho’, highlighting its association with the Jalisco New Generation Cartel.

Mar 7 • 21:15 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

El Mencho's Daughter Prefers Legal Stimulants Over Her Father's Work

El Mencho's daughter chooses coffee beans as a legal stimulant instead of following in the footsteps of her father's drug trafficking legacy.

Mar 7 • 20:00 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
Crime & Justice

A new criminal map for Mexico

The death of cartel leader El Mencho marks a significant acceleration of Mexican operations against crime under U.S. oversight, creating a power vacuum among criminal organizations.

Mar 7 • 04:40 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
Crime & Justice

Former Mayor of Teuchitlán will remain in jail: Court denies amparo for alleged links with CJNG

A court in Mexico has denied amparo to José Ascención Murguía Santiago, the former mayor of Teuchitlán, who faces charges related to organized crime linked to the Jalisco New Generation Cartel (CJNG).

Mar 7 • 02:13 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

Operation: Save the World Cup

Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum is taking extraordinary measures to maintain the country as a host for the World Cup amidst rising violence and security concerns linked to the Jalisco New Generation Cartel.

Mar 6 • 10:36 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

Laisha Michelle Oseguera: The 'invisible' daughter of 'Mencho' appears in the United States

Laisha Michelle Oseguera, though often overlooked in discussions of organized crime, is increasingly stepping into the spotlight as the main heir to her father, Nemesio Oseguera Cervantes, head of the Jalisco New Generation Cartel, particularly after her recent involvement in significant criminal activities.

Mar 6 • 03:49 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

Mayor's children in San Cristóbal flaunt luxury: Municipality appears in ‘El Mencho’s’ payroll

The children of San Cristóbal de las Casas' mayor, Fabiola Ricci, are under scrutiny for displaying luxury items after the municipality was linked to a narco-payroll of the Jalisco New Generation Cartel.

Mar 5 • 20:28 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
Crime & Justice

Who is Laisha Oseguera's husband, the daughter of 'El Mencho,' who is detained in the U.S.?

The article discusses the detention of Cristian Gutiérrez-Ochoa, the husband of Laisha Oseguera, daughter of the notorious drug lord 'El Mencho,' highlighting efforts by U.S. authorities to weaken the influence of the Jalisco New Generation Cartel.

Mar 5 • 19:36 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

What do we know about the list of successors to 'El Mencho' that García Harfuch handed to Sheinbaum?

Following the confirmed death of Nemesio Oseguera Cervantes, known as 'El Mencho,' questions arise regarding who will succeed him as the leader of the Jalisco New Generation Cartel (CJNG).

Mar 4 • 18:38 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

The Succession of El Mencho

Nemesio Oseguera, known as El Mencho, was buried in Zapopan amid heightened security due to his significant criminal influence as the head of the Jalisco New Generation Cartel.

Mar 4 • 09:56 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

"DZ New Generation", "Jalisco": in Marseille, drug traffickers recruit by imitating Mexican cartels

In Marseille, drug traffickers are adopting the aesthetic and recruitment strategies of Mexican cartels, particularly the 'Jalisco' cartel, as they seek to strengthen their criminal operations.

Mar 4 • 08:26 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

‘El Congo’ reveals that after the death of ‘El Mencho’, the CJNG fights for control of territories: ‘They turned on us’

The death of Nemesio Oseguera Cervantes, known as ‘El Mencho’, has led to increased violence in Uruapan, Michoacán, as rival criminal groups vie for control over territory previously held by the Jalisco New Generation Cartel (CJNG).

Mar 3 • 19:54 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Drug Lord El Mencho Buried in Golden Casket – Extensive Security Measures

Mexican drug cartel leader 'El Mencho,' Nemesio Oseguera Cervantes, was buried in a golden casket under tight security following his death during a military operation.

Mar 3 • 19:25 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
Crime & Justice

Golden coffin, the latest eccentricity of 'El Mencho'

Nemencio Oseguera Cervantes, known as 'El Mencho', leader of the Jalisco New Generation Cartel (CJNG), was buried in a golden coffin in Zapopan, Mexico, surrounded by heavy security and floral tributes.

Mar 3 • 14:08 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
Crime & Justice

El Mencho: The Drug Lord Buried in a Golden Coffin

The leader of the Jalisco New Generation Cartel, Nemesio Oseguera Cervantes, known as El Mencho, was buried in a lavish golden coffin amidst significant military presence during his funeral in Zapopan, Mexico.

Mar 3 • 09:09 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
Crime & Justice

Funeral of 'Mencho': Why was a flower arrangement in the shape of a rooster brought?

At the funeral of Nemesio Oseguera 'El Mencho', leader of the Jalisco New Generation Cartel, a rosette-shaped flower arrangement caught attention, likely linked to his nickname.

Mar 3 • 02:44 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
Crime & Justice

‘El Congo’ cellphones corner the presumed assassins of Carlos Manzo; contacts and details will be revealed

The investigation into the homicide of Carlos Manzo has reached a crucial phase following the arrest of a suspect known as ‘El Congo’, whose seized cellphones may provide significant evidence.

Mar 3 • 00:33 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

Funeral with a Band: The Song with Which They Said Goodbye to 'El Mencho'

The funeral of 'El Mencho,' a notorious leader of the Jalisco New Generation Cartel, was held in Jalisco, Mexico, featuring a significant security presence and a band playing at the service.

Mar 2 • 21:57 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

This was ‘El Mencho’s’ funeral in Jalisco: Flower wreaths from CJNG and people with covered faces

The funeral of Nemesio Oseguera Cervantes, also known as 'El Mencho,' the leader of the Jalisco New Generation Cartel (CJNG), was heavily policed, featuring flower arrangements without signatures and noticeable CJNG references.

Mar 2 • 19:41 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
Crime & Justice

The funeral procession of Mencho takes his body to Jalisco

The funeral procession for Nemesio Oseguera Cervantes, aka Mencho, leader of the Jalisco New Generation Cartel, took place under heavy military surveillance as his remains were transported from Mexico City to Guadalajara for burial.

Mar 2 • 19:40 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
National & Local

WILLIAM BENNETT: We owe it to our fallen to wage war against Mexican cartels

The article emphasizes the need for a strong stance against Mexican drug cartels following a significant military operation that resulted in the death of cartel leader El Mencho.

Mar 2 • 07:30 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
Crime & Justice

FGR obtains evidence for the bodyguards of 'Mencho' to remain in prison

The Mexican Attorney General's Office has secured the detention of two alleged bodyguards of Nemesio Oseguera Cervantes, known as 'El Mencho', who are linked to the Jalisco New Generation Cartel.

Mar 2 • 06:14 UTC
🇳🇴 VG
World

The body of the Mexican drug lord returned to the family

The body of notorious drug lord Nemesio Oseguera, also known as 'El Mencho', has been returned to his family by Mexican authorities following his death during a standoff with security forces.

Mar 1 • 21:19 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Bengal tigers, restaurants - the deceased drug lord's billions found to be just the 'tip of the iceberg'

A recent operation in Mexico led to the death of notorious drug lord Nemesio Oseguera Cervantes, with estimates of his personal wealth exceeding one billion dollars, revealing only a small portion of the massive fortune amassed by the Jalisco New Generation cartel.

Mar 1 • 19:45 UTC
🇨🇿 Seznam Zprávy
National & Local

The Remains of Mexican Drug Lord El Mencho Returned to His Family by the Authorities

The authorities in Mexico have returned the remains of renowned drug lord El Mencho to his family following their earlier collection of his remains.

Feb 28 • 20:40 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
Crime & Justice

Who is ‘El Molca’, the historic enemy of ‘El Mencho’ who predicted his downfall 14 years ago?

The article discusses the prophetic statements made by Ramiro Pozos González, known as 'El Molca', regarding the fate of Nemesio Oseguera Cervantes, 'El Mencho', leader of the Jalisco New Generation Cartel, during his 2012 interrogation.

Feb 28 • 13:45 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
World

Commando, helicopters, and surveillance aircraft: the story of the operation that killed El Mencho, the most powerful Mexican drug baron

El Mencho, the leader of the Jalisco New Generation Cartel and a major fentanyl supplier, was killed during a military operation supported by the United States.

Feb 28 • 10:00 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
National & Local

Fearing retaliation... Was the President of Mexico transferred to a warship?

A video claiming to show Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum being evacuated to a warship due to security concerns following a cartel leader's death has been verified as unrelated to recent events.

Feb 28 • 03:24 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

‘El Mencho’ was a devotee of Saint Jude Thaddeus: What causes does the cousin of Jesus Christ protect?

Nemesio Oseguera Cervantes, also known as ‘El Mencho’, was the leader of the Jalisco New Generation Cartel and was found to have a religious devotion evidenced by an altar to saints at his hideout.

Feb 27 • 21:48 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
National & Local

Grenades, missiles and submarines - Mexico's cartels have the latest technology

Chaos erupted after Mexico's armed forces killed El Mencho, the leader of the Jalisco New Generation cartel, leading to violent unrest across the country.

Feb 27 • 19:20 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
National & Local

The drug cartels flash the latest weapon technology on social media

Mexico's armed forces killed the leader of the Jalisco New Generation cartel, leading to chaos as his heavily armed followers retaliated across the country.

Feb 27 • 19:20 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
National & Local

Drug Cartels in Mexico Flash the Latest Weapon Technology on Social Media

The death of El Mencho, leader of Mexico's Jalisco New Generation cartel, sparked chaos across the country, as armed members displayed military-grade weapons on social media.

Feb 27 • 19:20 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

Reorganization in the CJNG: What do we know about the possible successors of 'El Mencho'?

The Secretary of Security and Citizen Protection, Omar García Harfuch, has identified potential successors to the late drug lord 'El Mencho' within the Jalisco New Generation Cartel (CJNG) and assured the public that violence remains under control following his death.

Feb 27 • 17:44 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

Moment of Definitions

The article discusses strategic decisions amid the violent retaliation by the Jalisco New Generation Cartel against Mexican security forces following the death of their leader.

Feb 27 • 09:13 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

A World Cup Among the Criminals

The article discusses the intersection of the upcoming FIFA World Cup 2026 in Mexico, the U.S., and Canada, and the pressing security concerns posed by criminal organizations in the region.

Feb 27 • 07:02 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
Crime & Justice

The unusual expenses of 'Mencho' in the CJNG: From flowers for Saint Jude Thaddeus to haircuts

Newly uncovered financial records reveal the extensive operational costs and revenues of Nemesio Oseguera Cervantes, known as 'El Mencho', leader of the Jalisco New Generation Cartel (CJNG), highlighting the cartel's financial activities in Mexico.

Feb 27 • 04:52 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

Entire family disappears in Puerto Vallarta on the same day of operation against 'El Mencho'

A complete family went missing in Puerto Vallarta on February 22, coinciding with a major police operation against the leader of the Jalisco New Generation Cartel.

Feb 27 • 01:12 UTC

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