In a significant development, the United States has officially labeled Nemesio Oseguera, also known as 'El Mencho', as deceased following a coordinated operation that resulted in his death on February 22. The announcement was made through the U.S. Department of State's Narcotics Rewards Program, which previously listed a $15 million bounty for information leading to his capture. The updated notices now mark him as 'deceased', reflecting the culmination of years of efforts to capture one of the world's most notorious drug lords.

'El Mencho', born in Michoacán, Mexico, was the leader of the Jalisco New Generation Cartel (CJNG), one of the most powerful and violent drug trafficking organizations in Mexico. His death is seen as a critical blow to the CJNG and may have significant implications for organized crime in the region. U.S. officials, including former President Donald Trump, had previously identified Oseguera as a key target in the war against drugs, highlighting the intense joint operations between Mexico and the United States to combat narcotics trafficking.

Despite the declaration of his death, U.S. authorities continue to consider Oseguera as a prominent figure in the CJNG. The cartel remains a major concern for both Mexican and U.S. law enforcement, and his demise could potentially lead to shifts in power dynamics within the cartel as well as alter the landscape of organized crime in Mexico. The situation continues to evolve as authorities monitor the cartel's response to this significant event.