The death of Nemesio Oseguera Cervantes, known as 'El Mencho', has led to panic at Guadalajara Airport, although officials assure that operations remain unaffected.
The recent announcement regarding the death of Nemesio Oseguera Cervantes, commonly referred to as 'El Mencho', the head of the Jalisco New Generation Cartel (CJNG), has provoked a state of panic at Guadalajara Airport. Social media has been flooded with videos claiming the presence of armed men and gunfire within the terminal. However, these claims have diverged from the information provided by the Pacific Airport Group (GAP), which confirmed that airport operations are continuing without cancellations or interruptions despite some road closures in the area.
GAP has stated that there have been no incidents reported inside Guadalajara Airport and emphasized that there is no risk posed to passengers, staff, or visitors. They clarified that the videos circulating online do not accurately represent conditions at the airport but rather reflect the panic experienced by some travelers. The organization has taken measures to ensure safety and reassure the public about the ongoing airport operations amidst the prevailing anxiety triggered by the news of 'El Mencho's' death.
The implications of this situation extend beyond the immediate panic at the airport. The death of a prominent cartel leader often signals shifts in power dynamics within organized crime in Mexico, which can lead to increased violence in the region. Authorities are expected to remain vigilant to prevent any escalation of violence that could arise from potential conflicts between rival factions attempting to fill the power vacuum left by such a significant figure.
