Nemesio Ruben Oseguera Cervantes (El Mencho)

Nemesio Ruben Oseguera Cervantes, known as "El Mencho," was the leader of the Jalisco New Generation Cartel (CJNG), one of Mexico's most powerful and violent drug cartels. He was a highly sought-after fugitive in both Mexico and the United States. El Mencho is newsworthy because he was recently killed by Mexican security forces in an operation in Jalisco. His death has triggered widespread violence across several Mexican states, including Jalisco, with burning vehicles and roadblocks reported. Schools have been shut down and football matches postponed due to the unrest. While the Mexican government hails his killing as a victory, experts suggest it's unlikely to solve Mexico's cartel problem or stem the flow of drugs to the US, as the CJNG's power structure and drug production networks remain largely intact. The killing also raises uncertainty about the future leadership and operations of the CJNG.