US EditionMexican Army Kills 'El Mencho,' Leader of Jalisco Cartel
El Mencho led the Jalisco New Generation Cartel, responsible for major drug trafficking and violent attacks; his death triggered widespread unrest and flight cancellations, officials said.
- Mexican drug lord Nemesio Oseguera, known as 'El Mencho', was killed in a military raid in Jalisco after being seriously injured in a shootout, dying during an air transfer to Mexico City.
- The US provided intelligence support for the operation, as confirmed by Mexico's Defence Ministry.
- The US had designated the Jalisco New Generation Cartel as a terrorist organization and offered a reward for information leading to Oseguera's capture.
- Following Oseguera's death, violent protests with roadblocks and burning vehicles occurred in Jalisco and other states.
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73 people died in attempt to capture Mexican cartel leader and the aftermath
At least 73 people died in Mexico’s attempt to capture the notorious leader of the Jalisco New Generation Cartel and the violent aftermath of his death, authorities said on Monday as much of the country feared another wave of violence. The body count taken by security officials included security forces, suspected cartel members and others. Officials did not offer details and the circumstances of most of the deaths were unclear. Nemesio Oseguera …
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Mexico's most important drug baron is dead. Now the Mexican military is giving insights into the last hours of "El Mencho".
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