Mexican forces track El Mencho to cabin through his lovers location

February 24, 2026 • Google News World

Mexican Forces Claim to Have Tracked ‘El Mencho’ Using Information from His Lover’s Associate

Authorities in Mexico have announced that they tracked notorious cartel leader Joaquín “El Mencho” Guzmán to a remote cabin using information provided by his lover’s associate. According to reports, the Mexican forces followed a lead on El Mencho’s whereabouts after receiving intelligence from an individual close to his partner.

The operation resulted in the capture and killing of El Mencho, who was a high-ranking figure in the Jalisco New Generation Cartel. The incident has sparked concerns about the safety of travelers visiting Mexico ahead of the FIFA World Cup.

Mexican authorities have confirmed that they received assistance from US intelligence agencies during the operation. The exact nature of this cooperation is not clear.

El Mencho’s death marks a significant blow to the cartel, which had been responsible for numerous violent attacks and kidnappings in recent years. His partner has reportedly gone into hiding following his death.

The incident highlights the ongoing efforts by Mexican authorities to combat organized crime and violence in the country.

Source: Google News World