For years, the Jalisco New Generation Cartel (CJNG) was portrayed as an emergent organization that arose amid the chaos of Mexico’s war against drug trafficking. However, the reality of CJNG's formation is much more intricate: its inception was not due to chance, but rather a consequence of an internal split within the Sinaloa Cartel 17 years ago. This historical context reveals that CJNG wasn't simply a new player; it originated from a faction in contention, referred to as 'Los Torcidos', which was accused of betrayal by its former allies.

Before asserting itself as one of Mexico's most powerful criminal organizations, the CJNG began as a faction embroiled in conflict, with fractures that escalated violence and rivalry in the criminal world. This onset of division is vital to understanding how former associates turned into bitter enemies, reshaping a regional crime syndicate into a national criminal machinery. The transition marked the beginning of a violent reconfiguration of the criminal landscape in Mexico, which has ramifications that are still felt today.

The explosive rise of the CJNG from the remnants of the Sinaloa Cartel highlights the complexities of organized crime in Mexico. The story of 'Los Torcidos' serves not only as a narrative of betrayal and violence but also illustrates the aggressive evolution of cartels, their shifting allegiances, and the ongoing challenges faced by Mexican authorities in addressing drug-related violence. This historical perspective is essential for understanding the power dynamics at play in Mexico’s continually evolving organized crime scene.