The leader of the powerful Jalisco New Generation Cartel, Nemesio Rubén Oseguera Cervantes, widely known as El Mencho, has been killed during a military operation carried out by the Mexican army in the state of Jalisco. Security authorities confirmed that he sustained critical injuries during the raid and later died while being transported for medical treatment, bringing an end to years of pursuit by local and international law enforcement agencies.
El Mencho had long been regarded as one of the most dangerous and elusive drug lords in the world. Under his leadership, the cartel expanded rapidly and became one of Mexico’s most feared criminal organisations, heavily involved in the trafficking of fentanyl and other illicit drugs across international borders. His ability to evade capture for years elevated his status as a major target in the global fight against organised crime.
The military operation that led to his death was described as intense, with clashes reported between security forces and cartel members. Several arrests were made, and a cache of weapons and military-style equipment was seized during the raid. Authorities said the operation was the result of sustained intelligence gathering and coordinated security efforts.
Following confirmation of his death, unrest was reported in parts of Mexico, including road blockades and acts of arson believed to be linked to cartel retaliation. Security forces were deployed to restore order and prevent further violence as tensions rose in affected areas.
Mexican authorities described the killing of El Mencho as a major breakthrough in the country’s campaign against organised crime. However, analysts cautioned that his death could trigger internal power struggles within the cartel, potentially leading to renewed violence as rival factions compete for control.
