Hugo 'H', also known as 'El Tuli', was identified as a significant figure within the Jalisco New Generation Cartel (CJNG) and a trusted operator for its leader, Rubén Nemesio Oseguera, also known as 'El Mencho'. He played a crucial role in coordinating various criminal operations, including strategic roadblocks, vehicle burnings, and direct attacks on government and military facilities from his base in El Grullo, Jalisco. His recent activities have drawn attention for the extent of violence he directed against federal forces.

According to National Defense Secretary Ricardo Trevilla, 'El Tuli' was not merely an enforcer but rather a pivotal strategist who incentivized cartel assassins to target military personnel directly. By offering up to 20,000 pesos for the assassination of a soldier, 'El Tuli' effectively escalated the conflict between the CJNG and Mexican armed forces. This revelation underscores the cartel's boldness and its attempts to undermine federal authority in a bid to maintain control over its operations and territory.

The death of 'El Tuli' during the same operation that resulted in the downfall of 'El Mencho' marks a significant moment in the fight against organized crime in Mexico. As both figures were deeply embedded in the CJNG's operational framework, their removal could potentially shift the dynamics of power within the cartel and impact ongoing law enforcement efforts against drug trafficking and related violence in the region. It raises critical questions about the future of security in Mexico, especially in areas heavily contested by organized crime syndicates.