Mexico Confirms Death of ‘El Mencho,’ Leader of Jalisco New Generation Cartel

New York Times - WorldCenter-LeftEN 2 min read 100% complete by Paulina Villegas and Jack NicasFebruary 22, 2026 at 07:47 PM

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Mexican authorities announced the death of Nemesio Oseguera Cervantes, also known as "El Mencho," leader of the Jalisco New Generation Cartel (CJNG), on Sunday, February 22, 2026. Oseguera, considered one of Mexico's most violent criminals, was killed by security forces in Tapalapa, Jalisco, the cartel's base of operations. His death is considered a major victory for the Mexican government in its fight against criminal organizations. Following the announcement, violence erupted in at least five states, including Jalisco, with reports of burning vehicles and blocked streets. The CJNG, under Oseguera's leadership, had become one of Mexico's dominant drug trafficking organizations, moving drugs into the United States.

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United States 40% Tapalapa 40% Guadalajara 40% Donald Trump 50% Jalisco ×470% Mexico ×685% Jalisco New Generation Cartel ×390% Nemesio Oseguera Cervantes (El Mencho) ×495%

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cartel boss 90% jalisco new generation cartel 90% el mencho 90% drug cartels 80% mexican security forces 70% violence 70% drug trafficking 60% synthetic drugs 50% criminal enterprise 50%

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