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'El Mencho': From California drug dealer to cartel kingpin

February 24, 2026

Nemesio Rubén Oseguera Cervantes, known as 'El Mencho', was killed by Mexican special forces following a significant operation that tracked his location through his girlfriend. His death has triggered violent attacks across Mexico, resulting in numerous casualties among soldiers and civilians.

1986 booking photo of Nemesio Oseguera Cervantes

Credit: (DEA)

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El Mencho was the leader of the Jalisco New Generation cartel.
He was previously arrested for drug charges in San Francisco in 1986.
His death led to violent retaliation across 20 Mexican states.
The operation to kill him involved tracking his girlfriend's movements.
He had a $15-million bounty on his head prior to his death.

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'El Mencho': From California drug dealer to cartel kingpin

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