In a coordinated operation involving state and federal security forces, multiple high-caliber weapons, drugs, and vehicles linked to organized crime were seized in Villaflores, Chiapas. The operation took place in the community of Joaquín Miguel Gutiérrez, where strategic patrols aimed at deterring crime led to the discovery and seizure of various weapons and ammunition. Specifically, authorities confiscated several types of firearms, including AK-47s and Colt R-15s, along with thousands of rounds of ammunition and several magazines.

In addition to the firearms, authorities also seized ballistic vests and quantities of a green, leafy substance suspected to be marijuana. The operation underscored the ongoing efforts by security forces to combat the influence of drug cartels in the region, particularly the notorious Sinaloa Cartel, which has been involved in significant criminal activities across Mexico.

The implications of such seizures are profound, as they not only aim to dismantle the operational capacity of the Sinaloa Cartel but also signal to the public and other criminal organizations that law enforcement agencies are actively working to enhance security and reduce drug-related violence in Chiapas. The operation reflects the broader challenges faced by Mexico in addressing cartel violence and organized crime, as authorities strive to regain control over territories plagued by drug trafficking.