Mexican kingpin ‘El Mencho’ began criminal career in San Francisco

Years before Nemesio Ruben “El Mencho” Oseguera Cervantes became one of the most wanted cartel leaders in the world, his ...

Surveillance of romantic partner led to El Mencho’s deadly capture, Mexican authorities say

Mexican authorities say surveillance of a romantic partner helps special forces find and kill cartel boss Nemesio “El Mencho” ...

Why 'El Mencho' Became One Of The World's Most Wanted Men

Under El Mencho's leadership, CJNG expanded aggressively through violence and strategic alliances.

Germany demands World Cup security guarantees amid violence in Mexico

In light of the massive wave of violence in Mexico, co-host of the 2026 World Cup, the German government's tourism ...
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All the times El Mencho nearly fell in the last decade

Failed operations, thwarted intelligence, and unprecedented firepower hampered the pursuit of the Jalisco Cartel leader until the operation in which he was killed ...
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Mexican cartel clashes fuel worries in lead up to FIFA World Cup

The White House confirmed that the U.S. provided intelligence support to the operation to capture the cartel leader and applauded Mexico’s army for taking down a man who was one of the most wanted ...

Tijuana returns to calm following cartel attacks, yet residents remain cautious

Businesses across the city reopened Monday following arson fires set Sunday in reaction to the death of “El Mencho.” ...