Summary
Mexico has increased its military presence by sending additional soldiers to calm violence after a drug lord's death. The troops have been deployed mainly in western Mexico, where unrest followed the capture and death of Nemesis Oseguera Cervantes, known as "El Mencho."
Key Facts
- Mexico increased troops in parts of the country after a drug lord died.
- Defence Secretary Ricardo Trevilla announced 2,500 more soldiers were sent to western Mexico.
- The total number of troops deployed since the previous Sunday is 9,500.
- Nemesis Oseguera Cervantes, called "El Mencho," died in custody.
- He was captured by Mexican special forces in Jalisco.
- The unrest has led to heightened security measures in the region.
