Mexican army kills leader of powerful Jalisco New Generation Cartel, official says

Associated Press (AP) National SecurityNews ReportEN 5 min read 100% complete by By FABIOLA SÁNCHEZFebruary 22, 2026 at 08:23 PM

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On Sunday, February 22, 2026, the Mexican army killed Nemesio Rubén Oseguera Cervantes, also known as "El Mencho," the leader of the Jalisco New Generation Cartel, during an operation to capture him. The incident occurred in Mexico, though the specific location is not mentioned. Oseguera Cervantes led what had become Mexico's most powerful cartel. His death represents a major victory for the Mexican government in its efforts against drug cartels and a significant achievement to present to the Trump administration. Following the death, vehicles were set on fire in Guadalajara, Jalisco state.

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During the operation, troops came under fire and killed four people at the location.

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Oseguera Cervantes died while being flown to Mexico City.

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Oseguera Cervantes was wounded in an operation to capture him Sunday in Tapalpa, Jalisco.

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Mexican army killed the leader of the Jalisco New Generation Cartel, Nemesio Rubén Oseguera Cervantes, “El Mencho,” on Sunday.

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The state is the base of the cartel known for trafficking huge quantities of fentanyl and other drugs to the United States.

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Trump administration 40% Jalisco ×350% Guadalajara ×360% Mexico ×575% Mexican Army ×280% Jalisco New Generation Cartel ×590% Nemesio Rubén Oseguera Cervantes (El Mencho) ×595%

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jalisco new generation cartel 100% nemesio rubén oseguera cervantes 90% el mencho 80% cartel leader 80% mexico 70% mexican army 70% drug cartel 60% organized crime 50% guadalajara 40%