Puerto Vallarta and Mexico News

Puerto Vallarta and Mexico News

Navy and FEMDO Capture Alleged Leader of Criminal Cell Distributing Counterfeit Drugs in Guadalajara

Guadalajara, Mexico - In a joint operation, elements of the Mexican Navy (Semar) and the Specialized Prosecutor's Office for Organized Crime (FEMDO) successfully captured an alleged leader of a criminal organization involved in the production and distribution of counterfeit drugs and the illegal sale of controlled substances. The operation took place in the Panorámica Huentitán neighborhood in Guadalajara, Jalisco, on August 23, but details were only released on Wednesday, September 4.

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