What we know about the killing of Mexico’s ‘El Mencho’

Mexican special forces have killed Joaquín Guzmán Loera, also known as El Mencho, the leader of the Jalisco New Generation Cartel. The cartel's activities had a significant impact on Mexico, with terrorizing communities across much of the country. El Mencho was considered one of the most wanted men in Mexico, with a network of associates and operatives who carried out his orders. His death marks a major blow to the cartel, which had been responsible for numerous violent incidents and crimes. The operation to capture or kill El Mencho was reportedly carried out by Mexican special forces, although details of the operation remain classified. The killing is seen as a significant victory in Mexico's ongoing efforts to combat organized crime.