In a significant discovery, documents were found in the hideout of 'El Mencho', the leader of the Jalisco New Generation Cartel (CJNG), which reveal the financial operations of the cartel. The records, described as a 'narconómina', detailed payments made to various members of the criminal organization, including police officers, gunmen, and lookouts, as well as illicit businesses connected to the cartel's operations. Specifically, the documents show that gunmen received 4,000 pesos monthly, while commanders earned up to 7,000 pesos.

The discovery provides insight into the financial structure and corruption at the local level, shedding light on how the CJNG maintains its influence through bribery and collaboration with law enforcement. Payments to local security forces, referred to as the municipal security payroll, highlight the strategic alliances that the cartel has formed to ensure its operations are protected. This indicates a deeply entrenched relationship between organized crime and the authorities in the region.

Additionally, the 'narconómina' outlined monthly expenses, including payments for fuel, hackers, and drug sales of substances like methamphetamine, fentanyl, and marijuana. This not only emphasizes the complexity of the cartel's operations but also raises concerns regarding the broader implications for public safety and governance in areas controlled by organized crime in Mexico.