Following the announcement of the death of 'El Mencho', the leader of one of Mexico's largest drug cartels, significant violence has erupted across various cities in the country. The Mexican government reported gunfire exchanges between members of the 'Jalisco New Generation Cartel' and government forces, resulting in the deaths of four cartel members during a military operation in the town of Tapalpa in Jalisco state.

Governor Pablo Lemus Navarro of Jalisco reported that suspected gang members set buses on fire and blocked roads during their violent outbursts, which raises concerns about public safety in the region. The use of burning barricades is a common tactic employed by drug gangs to impede military operations, showcasing their capabilities and determination to assert control amidst governmental actions against them.

The violent response prompted responses not only from Mexican authorities but also from the U.S. government, which praised the death of 'El Mencho'. Previously, a bounty of $15 million was placed by the U.S. for information leading to his capture, highlighting the international stakes in combating drug trafficking in Mexico. Such events illustrate the ongoing struggles between law enforcement and powerful drug cartels, pointing to the challenges that remain in establishing security in Mexico.