A few days after the chaotic scenes in Mexico over the weekend, where drug lord Nemesio Oseguera Cervantes—known as “El Mencho”—was shot dead, more details about the drama have now emerged. It turned out to be a tip-off about the gang leader’s romantic escapades that allowed Mexican authorities to find him.

On Sunday, Mexico’s most wanted man and leader of the notorious Cártel de Jalisco Nueva Generación (CJNG) was shot dead during an operation intended to capture him. This in turn led to widespread unrest in several states across the country, with cars and houses set on fire and roads blocked.

At least 62 people died in the raid against El Mencho, among them 25 members of the National Guard’s military police. On Monday, President Claudia Sheinbaum stated the situation was being normalized and that roadblocks were under control.

Although the situation is said to be under control, security was reinforced in the state of Jalisco, stronghold of El Mencho’s infamous gang, with the deployment of 2,000 soldiers. According to the Ministry of Defense, the attacks in Jalisco were organized by El Mencho’s right hand and chief financial officer, known as “El Tuli”, who was also killed in a clash with security forces during an attempt to apprehend him.

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According to Reuters, the drug lord’s death is seen as a victory for the Mexican government after pressure from U.S. President Donald Trump. However, the risk of ongoing violence remains high, and authorities are closely monitoring any reactions or possible restructuring within the cartel that could spark further violence.

On Monday morning, Trump urged Mexico to further intensify its efforts against the drug cartels.

15 Million Dollars

CJNG was a rival to the equally notorious Sinaloa cartel, and the U.S. government had offered a $15 million reward for information leading to the leader’s arrest. Reportedly, it was also the U.S. that provided intelligence to pinpoint the exact location of the facility in the city of Tapalpa where Mexican authorities found El Mencho.

– There was no involvement of U.S. forces in this operation. What took place was an exchange of information, President Sheinbaum emphasizes.

Mistress Snitched

El Mencho died in a helicopter after being wounded by Mexican special forces. According to Defense Minister Ricardo Trevilla, information from a confidant of one of El Mencho’s romantic partners helped officials quickly plan the raid for the following day.

Investigations are underway in 14 states—nearly half the country—and at least 70 people have been arrested in seven states.

This summer the World Cup will be held in the USA, Canada, and Mexico, with matches due to be played in Guadalajara, among other places, where violent scenes unfolded on Sunday.

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