Feb 9 • 01:48 UTC 🇲🇽 Mexico El Financiero (ES)

Francisco ‘N’ captured in Baja California, a suspected criminal wanted by Interpol

Francisco ‘N’ was apprehended in Mexicali, Baja California, during an operation coordinated with Interpol Mexico, having been sought for serious criminal activities including organized crime and money laundering.

In a significant law enforcement operation, authorities in Baja California arrested Francisco ‘N’, a high-profile suspect wanted by both Mexican and U.S. authorities. The arrest took place in Mexicali on February 8, following coordinated intelligence efforts involving Interpol Mexico. Francisco ‘N’ was targeted due to an outstanding arrest warrant linked to serious criminal charges, including organized crime and illicit financial activities.

The successful operation was the result of meticulous surveillance and tracking of Francisco ‘N’'s movements leading up to his capture. Agents from the Baja California Citizen Security Secretariat executed the arrest in the Ex Ejido Coahuila neighborhood without incident, highlighting the effectiveness of the intelligence-sharing arrangement among law enforcement agencies. Following his capture, Francisco ‘N’ was taken for a medical certification and procedural processing.

This arrest underscores the ongoing efforts by Mexican authorities to combat organized crime and reduce the influence of criminal syndicates in the region. It also reflects the collaborative international approach to tackling cross-border crime, as Interpol plays a crucial role in apprehending fugitives like Francisco ‘N’, furthering security and law enforcement objectives within Mexico and beyond.

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