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8 Venezuelans, 1 Colombian, and 2 Mexicans arrested in Chiapas for “drop-by-drop” loan extortion 8 Venezuelans, 1 Colombian, and 2 Mexicans arrested in Chiapas for “drop-by-drop” loan extortion
Cartels June 18, 2026

8 Venezuelans, 1 Colombian, and 2 Mexicans arrested in Chiapas for “drop-by-drop” loan extortion

A joint operation between the Secretariat of Public Security and the Chiapas ... more

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Amparo against extradition denied to “El Jardinero,” CJNG leader captured in Nayarit Amparo against extradition denied to “El Jardinero,” CJNG leader captured in Nayarit
Cartels June 18, 2026

Amparo against extradition denied to “El Jardinero,” CJNG leader captured in Nayarit

Audias Flores Silva, alias “El Jardinero,” was denied an *amparo* (a legal ... more

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US Embassy Warns of Risk of Adulterated Drinks in Mexico US Embassy Warns of Risk of Adulterated Drinks in Mexico
Crime News June 18, 2026

US Embassy Warns of Risk of Adulterated Drinks in Mexico

The United States Embassy in Mexico issued a warning on Wednesday to ... more

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Mother Fears for Mohamed Osman; Boy Abducted in May Mother Fears for Mohamed Osman; Boy Abducted in May
Crime News June 18, 2026

Mother Fears for Mohamed Osman; Boy Abducted in May

A search is underway for 5-year-old Mohamed Osman Ould-Khettab Meza, who was ... more

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“El Valdo,” Gulf Cartel operative and former CJNG member, transferred to Mexico City “El Valdo,” Gulf Cartel operative and former CJNG member, transferred to Mexico City
Cartels June 18, 2026

“El Valdo,” Gulf Cartel operative and former CJNG member, transferred to Mexico City

Colima authorities announced the arrest of three individuals—including one identified as a ... more

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Navy captures “El Valdo” in Colima; Gulf Cartel operative faced U.S. extradition warrant Navy captures “El Valdo” in Colima; Gulf Cartel operative faced U.S. extradition warrant
Cartels June 17, 2026

Navy captures “El Valdo” in Colima; Gulf Cartel operative faced U.S. extradition warrant

On June 16, 2026, personnel from the Secretariat of the Navy (SEMAR) ... more

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11 Alleged Members of “Los Rusos”—Including Acapulco Extortion Ring Leader—Formally Charged 11 Alleged Members of “Los Rusos”—Including Acapulco Extortion Ring Leader—Formally Charged
Cartels June 17, 2026

11 Alleged Members of “Los Rusos”—Including Acapulco Extortion Ring Leader—Formally Charged

The Attorney General's Office (FGR) announced that formal proceedings have been initiated ... more

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Femicide of Laura in Ciudad Acuña: Coahuila Prosecutor’s Office Investigates Her Son as Prime Suspect Femicide of Laura in Ciudad Acuña: Coahuila Prosecutor’s Office Investigates Her Son as Prime Suspect
Crime News June 17, 2026

Femicide of Laura in Ciudad Acuña: Coahuila Prosecutor’s Office Investigates Her Son as Prime Suspect

The Coahuila State Prosecutor's Office is investigating the death of 43-year-old Laura ... more

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Santa Rosa de Lima Cartel cell linked to extortion and kidnapping in Guanajuato dismantled Santa Rosa de Lima Cartel cell linked to extortion and kidnapping in Guanajuato dismantled
Cartels June 17, 2026

Santa Rosa de Lima Cartel cell linked to extortion and kidnapping in Guanajuato dismantled

The Guanajuato State Attorney General's Office (FGE) announced the dismantling of a ... more

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