Another major bust nets weapons, drugs and 20 CJNG-related arrests
It was the second major successful federal operation in less than a week, bringing to 32 the total number of alleged members of the Jalisco New Generation Cartel (CJNG) apprehended. The post Another major bust nets weapons, drugs and 20 CJNG-related arrests appeared first on Mexico News Daily
On August 21-23, Mexican federal authorities executed a major operation dismantling a criminal network allegedly connected to the Jalisco New Generation Cartel (CJNG). Over 36 properties were raided across Hidalgo, Jalisco, and Michoacán states, with 20 individuals arrested. Among the contraband seized were weapons, exotic animals, and a significant quantity of illicit substances.
The Defense Ministry, Navy, Security Ministry, Federal Attorney General’s Office, and National Guard all contributed to the intelligence and investigative efforts leading to the arrests. Authorities seized 10 firearms, including seven handguns and three rifles, alongside unspecified doses of fentanyl, methamphetamine, and marijuana.
Additionally, 113 vehicles, 113 tigers, panthers, and other animals were confiscated, along with cash, jewelry, communications equipment, a drone, and a drone jammer. The detained individuals were transferred to the Attorney General’s Office for further investigation. Security Minister Omar García Harfuch emphasized the operation's aim to weaken criminal organizations, stating that this was the 32nd alleged CJNG member apprehended in a week, following a previous raid on August 19 targeting CJNG leader Heraclio Guerrero Martínez.
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