Mexican military seizes control of notorious cartel leader Audias Flores

April 28, 2026 • Al Jazeera

Mexican military seizes control of notorious cartel leader Audias Flores

Mexican Military Releases Footage of Operation Resulting in Capture of Audias Flores

The Mexican military has released footage of an operation that led to the capture of Audias Flores, a high-ranking commander in the Jalisco New Generation Cartel (CJNG). According to reports, Flores was considered a potential successor to former cartel leader El Mencho, who was killed in February.

Flores is believed to have been involved in various criminal activities on behalf of the CJNG. The Mexican military has not disclosed further details about the operation or the circumstances surrounding Flores’ capture.

The footage released by the military shows personnel from the Mexican Armed Forces conducting a search operation in an area where Flores was reportedly located. The operation appears to have resulted in the capture of Flores and several other individuals believed to be associated with the CJNG.

Flores is now being held by the authorities, pending further investigation and potential prosecution. The Mexican government has not commented on whether Flores will face charges related to his alleged involvement with the CJNG.

The release of footage from the operation provides a visual record of the events surrounding Flores’ capture. It also highlights the ongoing efforts of the Mexican military to combat organized crime in the country.

Source: Al Jazeera