Mexican officials said that about 80% of the recovered weapons in crime scenes were purchased in the United States and smuggled across the border.

Documents reveal the fall of “El Mencho" was the culmination of an aggressive “total elimination" strategy pursued by the U.S. against the Jalisco New Generation Cartel (CJNG).

El Mencho's Jalisco New Generation Cartel has been one of the most significant suppliers of fentanyl, methamphetamine, and cocaine into the United States.

The Cartel leader “El Mencho” killing sparked widespread unrest across 20 of Mexico’s 32 states, with suspected cartel members torching buses and businesses, blocking highways, and clashing with security forces.

There is great concern about possible violence during El Mencho's funeral ceremonies.

The US State Department issued a security alert for several Mexican states, including some popular tourist destinations.

The cartel leader was injured in the fighting and died while being flown to Mexico City for treatment, per the Mexico Defense Ministry. His death led to an eruption of violence on Sunday, with roads blocked in 20 states.