politics
February 24, 2026
Mexico confirms death of drug lord El Mencho in operation with US help
Mexico confirmed on Sunday the death of Nemesio Rubén Oseguera Cervantes, alias El Mencho, leader of the Jalisco Nueva Generación Cartel, during a military operation in Tapalpa, Jalisco, carried out with the support of US intelligence. The action also resulted in seven alleged CJNG members dead, two detainees, and a wave of violence with blockades and burning of vehicles in several states of the country.
TL;DR
- Nemesio Rubén Oseguera Cervantes, alias El Mencho, leader of the Cartel Jalisco Nueva Generación (CJNG), is reported dead.
- His death occurred during a military operation in Tapalpa, Jalisco, with support from US intelligence.
- The operation resulted in seven alleged CJNG members killed and two detained.
- Three military personnel were injured during the operation.
- Following the operation, a wave of violence including blockades and burning of vehicles and businesses occurred in Jalisco and other Mexican states.