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Mexican drug lord killing prompts revenge attacks across several states
Summary
Authorities say a military raid that killed Nemesio Oseguera (El Mencho) was followed by coordinated attacks, including highway blockades and reported fires across multiple states; officials reported most incidents were under control by evening.
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Mexican authorities reported that a military operation killed Nemesio Oseguera, known as El Mencho, a leader of the Jalisco New Generation Cartel. Within hours, gunmen suspected to be his supporters carried out attacks in multiple states. Officials said highways were blocked and fires were reported affecting vehicles and businesses. Local authorities urged caution in some towns and suspended certain services in affected areas.
Officials' account:
- A military raid in the town of Tapalpa was reported to have killed Nemesio Oseguera, according to authorities.
- Gunmen suspected to be cartel supporters blocked highways and carried out attacks across several states, and some flights to Puerto Vallarta were canceled.
- Authorities reported incidents were largely under control by evening; the state of Guanajuato reported multiple incidents and several arrests.
Summary:
Officials reported that the killing of Nemesio Oseguera led to coordinated attacks across multiple states, including highway blockades and reports of fires. By evening, authorities said most incidents were under control and some arrests had been made. Undetermined at this time.
