CJNG
The Cartel de Jalisco Nueva Generación (CJNG) is a Mexico-based criminal organization known for large-scale drug trafficking, extortion, and violent crime, and is considered one of the country’s most powerful cartels. It rose to prominence in the 2010s and has been linked to brutal violence, public attacks on authorities, and rapid territorial expansion across multiple Mexican states. It frequently appears in news due to clashes with security forces, high-profile arrests or killings of it
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Mexican Forces Confirm 'El Mencho' Killed During Jalisco Operation
Mexican authorities announced the death of CJNG leader 'El Mencho' during a federal operation in Jalisco. The event could reshape cartel dynamics and law enforcement strategies.
Eight Manzanillo police officers arrested for collaboration with CJNG via encrypted app
Eight police officers from Manzanillo have been detained for allegedly sharing information with the CJNG cartel using encrypted messaging app Threema. This crackdown aims to reduce cartel influence in local security forces and restore public confidence.
FinCEN relaxes rules to facilitate Mexico's liquidation of CIBanco amid money laundering ties
The US has authorized fund transfers to help Mexico liquidate CIBanco, which is linked to drug trafficking and money laundering. This regulatory change facilitates Mexico's efforts to dismantle illicit financial activities associated with the bank.
Multiple Bomb Threats Evacuate Key Judicial Buildings in Mexico City
Multiple judicial buildings in Mexico City were evacuated following bomb threats, causing significant disruption. Authorities are investigating the links and ensuring security, but no explosives have been discovered.
Mexican Authorities Arrest CJNG Leader 'Comandante Galindo' in Edomex
Mexican security forces detained Ramiro Ulises 'Comandante Galindo', a regional CJNG leader, in Malinalco. The arrest aims to disrupt criminal networks responsible for violence and drug trafficking in Mexico State.
CJNG cartel kidnaps and kills Mexican businessman Eduardo Ochoa Arias
Eduardo Ochoa Arias, a banana entrepreneur from Colima, was kidnapped by the CJNG cartel and found dead days later in Michoacán. This brutal murder highlights the growing cartel violence threatening local businesses and communities in western Mexico.
Mexican Special Forces Trained for Elite Ops Against 'El Mencho', Reports Reveal
Mexican Special Forces are training for operations to target cartel leader 'El Mencho'. New reports shed light on the intense preparation to weaken CJNG's leadership and influence.
El Pirata de Culiacán Murder: A Tale of Mockery and Violence
El Pirata de Culiacán was shot and killed in a bar after mocking drug lord El Mencho in a video. His death exemplifies the dangerous repercussions of crossing powerful criminal figures in Mexico.