Nemesio Oseguera, known as 'El Mencho', the world's most wanted drug trafficker, was killed during a military operation in Jalisco, Mexico, with U.S. support limited to providing intelligence.
Nemesio Oseguera, commonly referred to as 'El Mencho', was killed in a military operation on a forested area in Jalisco, Mexico, marking a significant victory against organized crime in the region. The operation resulted in the deaths of seven cartel members and left at least three soldiers injured. Claudia Sheinbaum, the head of the Mexico City government, emphasized the return to normalcy following the end of narcoblockades that had disrupted daily life in several areas.
The Mexican government confirmed that the U.S. played a role in the operation, although it was limited to providing intelligence rather than active participation. El Mencho was the leader of the Jalisco New Generation Cartel (CJNG) and was regarded as one of the most dangerous drug lords globally, with the U.S. offering a $15 million reward for information leading to his capture. His death marks a crucial turning point in the ongoing battle against drug trafficking and organized crime in Mexico, potentially destabilizing the CJNG and impacting the broader narcotics landscape.
In the aftermath of the operation, officials have reported a significant decrease in violence tied to narcoblockades that have plagued various communities. The government is likely to focus on consolidating security in these areas to ensure a lasting peace and prevent any power vacuum that could lead to further violence. The operation is seen as a critical step in the ongoing efforts to combat drug-related crime in Mexico, with implications for both domestic policy and U.S.-Mexico relations.
