Category: Cartels
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Who is “El Palillo,” the Mayito Flaco operative arrested in Sinaloa? Who is “El Palillo,” the Mayito Flaco operative arrested in Sinaloa?
Cartels January 29, 2026

Who is “El Palillo,” the Mayito Flaco operative arrested in Sinaloa?

The Mexican Navy announced Wednesday the arrest of Israel Vizcarra Beltrán, alias ... more

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Who is El Nito, found guilty of drug trafficking and money laundering in the US? Who is El Nito, found guilty of drug trafficking and money laundering in the US?
Cartels February 8, 2026

Who is El Nito, found guilty of drug trafficking and money laundering in the US?

Sajid Emilio Quintero Navidad, alias “El Nito,” has pleaded guilty in a ... more

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Who is ‘El Licenciado,’ one of the masterminds behind the murder of Carlos Manzo? Who is ‘El Licenciado,’ one of the masterminds behind the murder of Carlos Manzo?
Cartels November 19, 2025

Who is ‘El Licenciado,’ one of the masterminds behind the murder of Carlos Manzo?

Jorge Armando 'N,' alias 'El Licenciado,' was arrested after being identified as ... more

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Who is El Gabito, the man who could replace El Panu as head of security for Los Chapitos? Who is El Gabito, the man who could replace El Panu as head of security for Los Chapitos?
Cartels December 23, 2025

Who is El Gabito, the man who could replace El Panu as head of security for Los Chapitos?

The assassination of Óscar Noé Medina González, alias "El Panu," in Mexico ... more

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Who is ‘El Daza’, the alleged heir to the criminal legacy of La Unión Tepito? Who is ‘El Daza’, the alleged heir to the criminal legacy of La Unión Tepito?
Cartels January 22, 2026

Who is ‘El Daza’, the alleged heir to the criminal legacy of La Unión Tepito?

Over the years, the criminal organization La Unión Tepito has had various ... more

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Who is “El Cris,” the Arellano Félix Cartel’s first pozolero, who was sentenced to 44 years in prison? Who is “El Cris,” the Arellano Félix Cartel’s first pozolero, who was sentenced to 44 years in prison?
Cartels October 23, 2025

Who is “El Cris,” the Arellano Félix Cartel’s first pozolero, who was sentenced to 44 years in prison?

Marco Antonio García Simental, alias “El Cris,” was sentenced to 44 years, ... more

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Who is “El Casco,” the leader of Los Chapitos in Concordia, where several miners disappeared? Who is “El Casco,” the leader of Los Chapitos in Concordia, where several miners disappeared?
Cartels February 2, 2026

Who is “El Casco,” the leader of Los Chapitos in Concordia, where several miners disappeared?

The disappearance of mining workers in the municipality of Concordia, Sinaloa, on ... more

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Who is “El Bótox,” the leader of Los Blancos de Troya, the cartel linked to the murder of Bernardo Bravo? Who is “El Bótox,” the leader of Los Blancos de Troya, the cartel linked to the murder of Bernardo Bravo?
Cartels October 24, 2025

Who is “El Bótox,” the leader of Los Blancos de Troya, the cartel linked to the murder of Bernardo Bravo?

The murder of Bernardo Bravo Manríquez, president of the Apatzingán Valley Citrus ... more

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Who is “El 40”? The leader of Los Chapitos in Mazatlán under US scrutiny Who is “El 40”? The leader of Los Chapitos in Mazatlán under US scrutiny
Cartels June 10, 2025

Who is “El 40”? The leader of Los Chapitos in Mazatlán under US scrutiny

Víctor Manuel Barraza Pablos, alias “El 40,” was sanctioned on Monday, June ... more

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Who is Edgar, Emma Coronel’s brother and El Chapo’s brother-in-law, who is seeking early release from prison? Who is Edgar, Emma Coronel’s brother and El Chapo’s brother-in-law, who is seeking early release from prison?
Cartels November 11, 2025

Who is Edgar, Emma Coronel’s brother and El Chapo’s brother-in-law, who is seeking early release from prison?

Mexican justice denied the request for early release of Edgar Coronel Aispuro, ... more

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Who Is César Guzmán Salazar, El Chapo’s Lesser-Known Son Who Stayed Away From the Drug World? Who Is César Guzmán Salazar, El Chapo’s Lesser-Known Son Who Stayed Away From the Drug World?
Cartels August 13, 2026

Who Is César Guzmán Salazar, El Chapo’s Lesser-Known Son Who Stayed Away From the Drug World?

Joaquín “El Chapo” Guzmán became one of the world's most notorious drug ... more

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Who are the possible successors to “El Mencho” to lead the Jalisco New Generation Cartel? Who are the possible successors to “El Mencho” to lead the Jalisco New Generation Cartel?
Cartels February 23, 2026

Who are the possible successors to “El Mencho” to lead the Jalisco New Generation Cartel?

The bullet that ended the criminal career of Nemesio Oseguera Cervantes, alias ... more

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Who are the four tourists kidnapped in Mazatlán and what is known about their disappearance? Who are the four tourists kidnapped in Mazatlán and what is known about their disappearance?
Cartels February 6, 2026

Who are the four tourists kidnapped in Mazatlán and what is known about their disappearance?

The disappearance of four tourists in Mazatlán, Sinaloa, triggered a federal and ... more

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Who are Los Jahzer, the secret guard and armed wing of La Luz del Mundo? Who are Los Jahzer, the secret guard and armed wing of La Luz del Mundo?
Cartels September 25, 2025

Who are Los Jahzer, the secret guard and armed wing of La Luz del Mundo?

The arrest of 38 people in the municipality of Vista Hermosa, Michoacán, ... more

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Who Are Los Ardillos: The Criminal Group Displacing Indigenous Communities in Guerrero Who Are Los Ardillos: The Criminal Group Displacing Indigenous Communities in Guerrero
Cartels May 12, 2026

Who Are Los Ardillos: The Criminal Group Displacing Indigenous Communities in Guerrero

The war waged by Los Ardillos against indigenous communities in Guerrero has ... more

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White House warns of rise in fentanyl analogues in illegal drugs; carfentanil is 100 times more potent White House warns of rise in fentanyl analogues in illegal drugs; carfentanil is 100 times more potent
Cartels September 17, 2026

White House warns of rise in fentanyl analogues in illegal drugs; carfentanil is 100 times more potent

The White House issued an alert regarding the increase of fentanyl analogues ... more

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