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Cartels & Organized Crime

Mexican cartels continue to influence public safety, politics, and international relations throughout Mexico and beyond. This section offers ongoing news and analysis of cartel activity, including drug trafficking operations, territorial disputes, government crackdowns, and the growing power of criminal organizations like the Sinaloa Cartel and the Jalisco New Generation Cartel (CJNG). Explore reports on cartel violence, arrests of high-profile figures, narco-corruption, cross-border security concerns, and the impact on Mexican communities. Whether you’re following the latest shootouts, drug seizures, or policy responses, our cartel tag provides reliable, up-to-date coverage for readers seeking clarity on one of Mexico’s most pressing security issues.
Cartel News

CJNG timeshare fraud

CJNG timeshare fraud suspects tied to Puerto Vallarta

U.S. indicts alleged ringleaders in CJNG timeshare fraud, tying the scheme to Jalisco call centers and cartel financing, per DOJ and Treasury records.
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El Ruso reward

Five million dollars on the line with El Ruso reward

U.S. announces up to $5 million for tips on Juan José Ponce Félix, El Ruso, tied to Sinaloa. El Ruso reward marks an expanded push...
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CJNG financier arrested

CJNG financier arrested at Mexico City airport after Spain trip

CJNG financier arrested at Mexico City airport after Spain. Óscar Antonio Álvarez González detained on arrival from Barcelona amid money-laundering probes.
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Tijuana narco messages

Tijuana narco messages found with two bodies after a violent day

Tijuana narco messages were found with two bodies after a violent day, as authorities tracked multiple crime scenes and no arrests; August’s homicide tally fell...
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Colima narcomanta banner

Colima narcomanta banner removed from city overpass

A threatening Colima narcomanta banner was discovered on Tercer Anillo Periférico, stirring concerns in the community.
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Mexico cartel drones

Mexico cartel drones push a dangerous new arms race

Examine the evolution of Mexico cartel drones in the fight between criminal groups and government forces, reshaping the conflict landscape.
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cartel alliances in Aldama

Chihuahua’s state police warn of cartel alliances in Aldama

Investigate the reality of cartel alliances in Aldama, where existing factions are reshuffling and escalating violence.
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U.S. helped dismantle San Blas mega meth lab

U.S. helped dismantle San Blas mega meth lab, officials say

Mexico's Navy uncovers a San Blas mega meth lab, seizing 12.8 tonnes of meth and dismantling the operation with U.S. help.
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U.S. lists 350 Mexican narco companies

U.S. lists 350 Mexican narco companies as crackdown widens

U.S. lists 350 Mexican narco companies amid a wider sanctions push on cartel finances, from timeshare fraud to oil theft, reshaping risks for Mexico-based firms.
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Seizure in Chiapas Sierra includes cartel monster trucks

Seizure in Chiapas Sierra includes cartel monster trucks

Security forces in Chiapas say more than 70 vehicles were seized across the Sierra, including improvised cartel monster trucks allegedly tied to the El Maíz...
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Project Portero

Project Portero targets cartel gatekeepers on the border

Project Portero brings Mexican investigators to the U.S. border for joint targeting of cartel gatekeepers as both governments step up coordinated actions.
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security-operations-in-sinaloa

Security operations in Sinaloa weaken warring groups

Federal and state security operations in Sinaloa are “undermining” warring groups, the governor said in Culiacán, as 100 new patrol cars and a training pact...
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