Mexico violence sees dozens of military troops, criminals dead after cartel leader 'El Mencho' killed

Following the death of Jalisco New Generation Cartel leader Nemesio Oseguera Cervantes, also known as "El Mencho," widespread violence erupted across Mexico. The Mexican military killed Oseguera Cervantes during a shootout at his home, acting on intelligence reportedly provided by his romantic partner and with intelligence support from the U.S. In response, the cartel launched attacks, resulting in the deaths of 25 Mexican National Guard troops in Jalisco, along with approximately 30 criminal suspects in Jalisco and four in Michoacan. A prison guard, a state prosecutor's agent, and another woman were also killed. The cartel erected over 250 roadblocks across 20 states, setting vehicles on fire, but authorities have since cleared them. The U.S. State Department advised its personnel and citizens in several Mexican cities to shelter in place.

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