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Los Viagras betray CJNG after El Mencho's death in Michoacán
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The Jalisco New Generation Cartel (CJNG) faces betrayal from its former allies Los Viagras in Michoacán following the killing of its leader Nemesio Oseguera Cervantes, 'El Mencho', on February 22. This split has escalated territorial disputes in Uruapan and other key areas. Meanwhile, Mexican authorities investigate potential new CJNG leaders and report major drug seizures.
On May 1, 2026—six months after the murder of her predecessor and ex-husband, former Uruapan mayor Carlos Manzo—current mayor Grecia Quiroz shared a public message mourning the lack of justice and pledging to pursue accountability. Amid ongoing investigations, multiple arrests have been made, including alleged masterminds and accomplices.
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Michoacán state prosecutors secured a 140-year prison sentence for Cristian N., wife of former Nahuatzen mayor David Eduardo Otlica Avilés, for his aggravated kidnapping and murder on April 23, 2019. The victim's body was found hours later showing signs of torture and a bullet wound.
Federal and state agents carried out 19 search warrants on properties linked to César Alejandro Sepúlveda Arellano, alias 'El Bótox', leader of Los Blancos de Troya, following his arrest on January 22 in Buenavista Tomatlán, Michoacán. The operations in Apatzingán led to the seizure of drugs, ammunition, and communication equipment. 'El Bótox' faces seven arrest warrants for crimes including homicide and extortion.
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Juan Manzo, brother of Carlos Manzo, revealed he met Samuel 'N', detained for leaking information to the Jalisco New Generation Cartel (CJNG), at his brother's funeral, where he noticed the suspect's strange behavior. Samuel 'N' was the director of Public Relations in Uruapan and allegedly provided key details on the ex-mayor's movements. This arrest marks progress in the investigation into Manzo's murder.
A car bomb exploded on December 6, 2025, in front of the Community Police facilities in Coahuayana, Michoacán, resulting in five deaths and 12 injuries. The Attorney General's Office is investigating the attack as organized crime and terrorism, possibly linked to the Jalisco New Generation Cartel. Federal and state authorities reinforced security in the coastal area plagued by drug disputes.
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One month after the homicide of Uruapan's mayor Carlos Manzo during the Festival de las Velas on November 1, 2025, the investigation progresses with key arrests, but citizens express skepticism about the government's response. Banners with the late leader's phrases appeared in the city, as his wife assumes the mayoralty and the Movimiento del Sombrero plans its political future. Surveys show divided opinions on the federal handling of the case.
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