During the operation in Jalisco state, four cartel members were killed, and three people, including El Mencho himself, sustained serious injuries and died while being transported to a medical facility.
Two suspects were also detained, and law enforcement seized a significant amount of weapons, including rocket launchers capable of eliminating aerial threats and armored vehicles.
In response to the drug baron's assassination, riots began in several regions, with participants blocking roads and setting vehicles on fire. The governor of Jalisco state declared a "red" threat level and urged residents to stay home.
President Claudia Sheinbaum confirmed that coordination with local authorities is underway following the elimination of El Mencho. She noted the high effectiveness of the security forces' actions.
In the United States, this event was characterized as "significant" for both Mexico and all of Latin America. Deputy Secretary of State Christopher Landau congratulated Mexican security forces, calling El Mencho one of the most brutal drug barons.
In response to the authorities' actions, members of the CJGN cartel became active, carrying out attacks and arson in Jalisco and other areas, including stores, pharmacies, and government institutions, as well as stealing vehicles and attempting to block roads.
Due to these attacks, traffic was paralyzed in some areas of Mexico. For instance, the bus station in Gustavo A. Madero suspended bus departures westward due to route blockages.
The authorities in Jalisco announced the cancellation of in-person classes in schools. The administration of the resort city of Puerto Vallarta urged both locals and tourists to stay home and avoid unnecessary travel. The University of Guadalajara also suspended its activities and called on citizens to remain indoors.
The Mexican Football League decided to suspend matches at the "Corregidora" stadium due to security threats, which also affected matches in the Women's League.
Air Canada announced the suspension of its operations at the Puerto Vallarta airport. Beaches and key roads in the city fell victim to attacks and blockades following the news of Nemesio Oseguera Cervantes' death.
