Mexican Drug Lord 'El Mencho' Killed in Military Operation, Official Confirms
Mexican drug lord "El Mencho" has been killed in a military operation, an official has confirmed. The leader of the Jalisco New Generation Cartel, whose real name is Nemesio Rubén Oseguera Cervantes, died on Sunday, according to a report from the Associated Press.
Details of the Military Operation
An official, who requested anonymity because they were not authorised to speak publicly, told the news agency that the military operation was carried out in the western state of Jalisco. The operation followed several hours of roadblocks with burning vehicles in Jalisco and other states, tactics commonly used by cartels to obstruct military actions.
US Involvement and Reward
The US State Department had previously offered a reward of up to $15 million for information leading to the arrest of El Mencho. In February, the Trump administration designated the Jalisco New Generation Cartel as a foreign terrorist organisation, highlighting the significant threat posed by the group.
This development marks a major blow to one of Mexico's most powerful drug cartels, known for its violent tactics and extensive influence. The killing of El Mencho is expected to have significant implications for drug trafficking operations in the region and could lead to further instability within the cartel's ranks.
As this is a breaking news story, more details are anticipated to emerge shortly. Authorities are likely to provide further updates on the operation and its aftermath in the coming days.
