Summary
Mexican authorities announced the death of Nemesio Ruben Oseguera Cervantes, known as "El Mencho," the leader of the Jalisco New Generation Cartel. Despite his death, other cartel leaders, such as Ismael Zambada Sicairos and Ivan Archivaldo Guzman Salazar, remain at large and active in drug trafficking operations.
Key Facts
- Nemesio Ruben Oseguera Cervantes, alias "El Mencho," was killed during a police operation in Jalisco, Mexico.
- "El Mencho" was the leader of the Jalisco New Generation Cartel, a major criminal organization.
- His death triggered violent attacks by cartel members across different parts of Mexico.
- Ismael Zambada Sicairos, a leader in the Sinaloa Cartel, is still free and plays a key role in drug trafficking.
- Ivan Archivaldo Guzman Salazar, son of Joaquin "El Chapo" Guzman, co-leads the Sinaloa Cartel and is involved in a leadership struggle within the cartel.
- Fausto Isidro Meza Flores, leader of the Meza Flores cartel, is wanted by the FBI for significant drug trafficking activities.
- Juan Reyes Mejia-Gonzalez, a senior member of the Gulf Cartel, is sought by U.S. authorities for international cocaine trafficking.
