Several Mexican States Witness Unprecedented Violence After Killing of Drug Cartel Leader
Several Mexican states witnessed an unprecedented wave of violence last Sunday following the killing of prominent drug cartel leader Nemesio Oseguera (known as “El Mencho”) during a government military operation. Criminal gangs carried out large-scale retaliatory attacks, causing flight cancellations and disrupting road transportation across multiple regions.
Background of the Tragic Incident
Decisive Military Operation
Government forces eliminated Nemesio Oseguera, leader of the Jalisco New Generation Cartel, during a raid executed on Sunday. This group ranks among the most dangerous criminal organizations in the country.
Identity of the Killed Leader
Oseguera was notoriously known by the alias “El Mencho” in criminal circles and held leadership within the criminal organization headquartered in Jalisco state.
Repercussions of the Cartel Leader’s Killing
Fierce Retaliatory Wave
The cartel’s followers launched systematic retaliatory attacks in response to their leader’s death, plunging the country into security chaos. Violence and rioting spread simultaneously across multiple states.
Scope of Geographic Impact
The unrest extended beyond any single area, affecting several Mexican states where roads and airports experienced repercussions from escalating security incidents.
Impacts on the Transport Sector
Disruption of Air Traffic
Sporadic violent acts forced civil aviation authorities to cancel numerous flights, causing partial paralysis of air traffic in affected zones.
Disruptions in Road Transport
Road networks faced significant disruption due to riots and road blockades, hampering movement of citizens and goods between cities and states.
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