Drug cartels

Former DEA Senior Special Agent Michael Brown told Fox News that "cover-ups" are seemingly normal buildings hiding their real purpose

According to court records, the driver told investigators that he was transporting the ammunition to an individual who would then smuggle it into Mexico

Former and current military officials believe gathered intelligence can be used to build a body of evidence for further foreign terrorist designations

Between September and December of 2024, only 24 people were detained for alleged homicide out of 555 cases

The cartel had previously kidnapped the mayor and his son, releasing them after he agreed to replace the security chief—but the change never took place.

"El Ricky" was arrested this week. He's accused of leading several operations against law enforcement, including an attack on the Mexican Army

"El Ricky" is responsible for an attack against military personnel in the state of Nuevo Leon that resulted in two soldier deaths

According to Luis Chaparro, the FBI decided to advance El Mini Lic's arrest due to hints that he was trying to rejoin the Sinaloa Cartel and flee back to Mexico

The El Paso Sector Intelligence and Operations Center issued a series of warnings to agents operating in the area given the development

"We want them to secure their own territory and sovereignty, but we reserve the right to protect our own sovereignty as well," said the Secretary of Defense

Tensions escalate as Mexico rejects U.S. allegations, arguing that the American arms trade plays a key role in strengthening criminal groups.

Cartel infighting often leads to purges, with members being executed over accusations of betrayal or theft

Cartel gunmen exchanged gunfire with Border Patrol agents as the men tried to smuggle undocumented migrants into the U.S.

The attack, which involved gunfire and robbery, left one hiker injured, while the others in the group were unharmed.

Law enforcement indicated that the group was responsible for selling and distributing drugs in the Iztacalco and Xochimilco boroughs

Claudia Sheinbaum emphasized her openness to collaboration while maintaining "sovereignty and independence"

Trump also added during his inaugural speech that he'd make use of the Alien Enemies Act of 1798 to crack down on foreign criminal gangs

Mario Hidalgo's criminal history spans decades, with ICE identifying him as a key figure in the Sinaloa Cartel's operations.

The nominee for Secretary of State said cartels are "terrorizing the United States" and that the country should work with Mexico to address them

Hernan Domingo Ojeda Lopez played a key role in trafficking fentanyl and other drugs into the United States.

Florida Sen. Marco Rubio is questioned by a group of bipartisan Senators as he seeks to become the next Secretary of State under the Trump administration.

New criminal networks use encrypted apps, cryptocurrencies, and diversified suppliers to outsmart law enforcement, ensuring record cocaine flows worldwide.

October had the highest number of homicides with 187 followed by November with 176

As cartels are increasingly using drones to attack rival criminal groups and authorities, they are also taking steps to protect themselves from them.

Drug cartels vying for control over key trafficking routes have contributed to an uptick in violent crime in Mexico's poorest state.

Videos on social media show a sign in Michoacan thanking him for his "noble gesture'

Authorities estimate losses of more than $12 million for the Cártel Jalisco Nueva Generación after Christmas Day operations

Authorities destroyed more than a ton of finished product and materials worth more than 41 million pesos

Analysts consulted by The Latin Times believe the action may strain diplomatic relations with Mexico but could ultimately lead to strengthening cooperation

The improvised explosive, allegedly planted by criminal group Cárteles Unidos, injured five others as soldiers investigated gruesome cartel violence in the embattled region.