After El Mencho's Death, U.S. Shifts Focus to Sinaloa Cartel Leaders in Tijuana

After El Mencho's Death, U.S. Shifts Focus to Sinaloa Cartel Leaders in Tijuana

On Feb. 26, the U.S. Department of State announced a reward of up to $5 million each for information leading to the arrests of René Arzate García, known as "La Rana," and his brother Alfonso Arzate García, known as "Aquiles."

Narco-terrorism charges filed against cartel leaders who allegedly control Tijuana corridor

Narco-terrorism charges filed against cartel leaders who allegedly control Tijuana corridor Salvador Herna… Sat, 02/28/2026 - 14:25 Body René Arzate-Garcia, a leader in the powerful Sinaloa cartel and the alleged cartel boss of the Tijuana plaza, is now facing charges of narco-terrorism and material support of terrorism, federal officials announced in San Diego on Thursday.There is a new $5-million reward for information leading to the arrest a…