BBC's Will Grant on the atmosphere in Mexico following unrest
Following the death of drug lord Nemesis Oseguera Cervantes ("El Mencho") in custody, Mexico is experiencing a surge of violence. The Mexican government has deployed thousands of soldiers to reinforce security in affected areas.

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AI-generatedFollowing the death of drug lord Nemesis Oseguera Cervantes ("El Mencho") in custody, Mexico is experiencing a surge of violence. The Mexican government has deployed thousands of soldiers to reinforce security in affected areas. Defence Secretary Ricardo Trevilla announced that an additional 2,500 soldiers were sent to western Mexico, bringing the total deployment to 9,500 since Sunday. The unrest is occurring in various parts of the country after Cervantes' capture and death in Jalisco. The BBC's Will Grant is reporting from Guadalajara, Jalisco, on the atmosphere in Mexico amidst the increased security measures.
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5 extractedEl Mencho was captured by Mexican special forces in Jalisco.
Nemesis Oseguera Cervantes, better known as "El Mencho", died in custody.
Total soldiers deployed since Sunday is 9,500.
An extra 2,500 soldiers have been sent to western Mexico.
Mexico has deployed thousands of soldiers to reinforce security.