Nemesio Rubén Oseguera Cervantes “El Mencho” died after an operation in Tapalpa, Jalisco; his capture sparked nationwide blockades
On the afternoon of Sunday, February 22, the death of Nemesio Rubén Oseguera Cervantes “El Mencho” , alleged leader of the Jalisco New Generation Cartel , was confirmed, provoking violent reactions in various parts of the country, including the closure and blocking of several highways. In El Heraldo de México we share all the details.
The events took place in the municipality of Tapalpa , in Jalisco , as part of an operation by the Ministry of National Defense with military intelligence work from the National Intelligence Center and the Attorney General’s Office.
“El Mencho” was arrested, but gunshot wounds caused his death during his air transport to Mexico City. Authorities report that two other members of this criminal organization were also apprehended, and that weapons and armored vehicles, such as rocket launchers capable of shooting down aircraft and destroying armored vehicles, were seized.
Map of blocked roads TODAY February 22
According to information from Aleph RI, a collaborative platform for analyzing and preventing security risks, information has been generated about the roads most affected by the incidents, highlighting hotspots such as the following:
Credits: El Heraldo de México Archive
- Risk situation due to burning in Irapuato, Guanajuato
- Risk situation in Jalisco due to vehicle burning and the digging of a trench
- Risk situation in Zacatecas due to vehicle burning and the digging of a trench
- Risky situation in Coatzacoalcos, Veracruz due to blockade with burning vehicles
Mexico’s Security Command reported that there are currently 7 road blockades in the state of Jalisco , 3 of which are about to be cleared: “Federal and state forces are maintaining the operational deployment to clear roads and guarantee the safety of the population.”
Recommendations for residents of Jalisco and surrounding areas today, February 22
Pablo Lemus , governor of the state of Jalisco, issued a red security code for the people of Jalisco, as well as the cancellation of in-person classes throughout the state for all levels due to the events that occurred this afternoon.
“We remain on Code Red, we reiterate the recommendation to avoid leaving your homes, clashes are happening in several federal entities; in a few moments the Federation will give official information on the events.”
