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Mexican Mayor Calls for Federal Help After Video Allegedly Shows Cartel Training Camp

Seven suspected cartel members can be seen following instructions from another man during what appears to be a paramilitary-style training session in the Mexican state of Michoacan

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Argentina's " Angel of Death" Nurse Sentenced to Life in Prison for Killing Five Babies and To Attempted Murder of More

Cecilia Brenda Agüero has been charged with the homicide of five babies in 2022 and the attempted murder of eight mor

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Clandestine Cartel Oil Refinery Raided by Mexican Authorities

The refinery fits a pattern long associated with fuel theft and money laundering by criminal groups in Mexico, especially the Jalisco New Generation Cartel (CJNG).

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Authorities Reveal New Details in Homicide of Mexican Mayor Investigated Over Ties With Organized Crime

Before her death, Mendoza was under investigation by Mexico's Attorney General's Office for alleged ties to organized crime, more concretely with the Tepalcatepec Cartel led by Juan José Farías Álvarez, alias "El Abuelo"

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Former Lawyer For 'El Chapo' Guzmán Elected as Criminal Court Judge in Chihuahua

Despite being flagged for months as a "high-risk" candidate, Silvia Delgado, a former attorney for Sinaloa Cartel leader Joaquín "El Chapo" Guzmán, has won a seat as a criminal court judge in Mexico's judicial elections

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Jalisco New Generation Cartel Becomes First Cartel in History to Have Presence in All 32 Mexican States

The CJNG cartel was founded in Guadalajara by Nemesio "El Mencho" Oseguera Cervantes in 2009.

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Tropical Storm Erick threatens Mexico: President Sheinbaum Warns It Could Become a Hurricane Cat 2

President Claudia Sheinbaum has warned the public that Hurricane Erick could make landfall as soon as Wednesday.

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Mexican Authorities Arrest Alleged Gulf Cartel Leader 'El Fayuka' Linked to Grupo Fugitivo Killings

An alleged member of the Gulf Cartel was arrested in connection with the killing of the members of local music band Grupo Fugitivo

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Mexican Judge Linked to Ayotzinapa and Ovidio Guzmán Cases Found Dead in Mexico State

Everardo Maya Arias, a prominent figure in Mexico's judicial system known for his involvement in high-profile cases, was found dead June 15 in Zinacantepec, Mexico State.

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Colombian Official Confirms At Least One Active Military Member is Working For Mexican Cartels

Earlier this year, Mexican media reported that cartels had launched a coordinated effort to recruit former and active Colombian soldiers for their expertise in explosives and landmines.

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How a UN Corruption Crusade Led To Guatemala's Arrest Order Against Colombia's Attorney General

Guatemala's Public Prosecutor announced arrest warrants for Colombia's Attorney General, Luz Adriana Camargo, and ex-Defense Minister, Iván Velásquez. Here's how scenes unfolded

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Colombian Presidential Candidate Shot In The Head Shows Neurological Improvement But Remains in Critical Condition

Colombian Senator and presidential hopeful Miguel Uribe he remains in critical condition but is showing signs of neurological improvement four days after being shot in the head

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Mexican Forces Kill Alleged Chiapas-Guatemala Cartel Leader 'Don Balde' in Cross-Border Operation

Authorities in the southern Mexican state of Chiapas carried out an operation that resulted in the death of Baldemar Calderón Carrillo, the alleged leader of the Chiapas-Guatemala Cartel

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EMC Guerrilla Launches Coordinated Attacks Across Colombia; At Least 7 Dead

More than a dozen coordinated attacks took place on Tuesday across Colombia's Valle del Cauca state, leaving at least seven people dead and dozens more injured

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U.S. Targets 10 Front Companies Used by 'Los Chapitos' to Launder Fentanyl Proceeds

U.S. officials say a real estate firm, a spa, and a clothing rental service are among the front companies used by Los Chapitos to launder proceeds from their fentanyl trafficking operations

Initials of Jalisco New Generation Cartel (CJNG) on Michoacan Wall

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CJNG + Los Chapitos: Mexico's Most Dangerous Narcos Are Signaling a Terrifying Alliance

A video shared across social media platforms this week has ignited alarm as it seems to be a public show of unity between two of the country's deadliest criminal organizations, the Sinaloa Cartel Los Chapitos and the Jalisco New Generation Cartel (CJNG).