Mexico apprehends sibling of notorious drug lord 'el Mencho'
US authorities have put up a $10 million reward for any leads on the whereabouts of the wanted cartel leader.
Mexican authorities have arrested the brother of the notorious drug lord known as “el Mencho,” a source familiar with the situation informed CNN on Monday.
The man identified as Abraham Oseguera, also known as “Don Rondo,” was apprehended in the state of Michoacán and is now in the custody of the Mexican Attorney General’s Office, as stated by a government release.
Nemesio Oseguera-Cervantes, the brother of the arrested person, leads the Jalisco New Generation Cartel.
President Andres Manuel Lopez Obrador announced the arrest on Monday morning and mentioned that more details would be shared later in the day.
It’s unclear under what charges Oseguera was detained on. CNN has reached out to the Mexican Attorney General’s Office for comment.
It is unclear if Oseguera has legal representation.
"El Mencho" is currently being sought after by US authorities, with a reward of up to $10 million being offered for any information leading to his location.
In the past, the Mexican government has identified the Jalisco New Generation Cartel as one of the most perilous cartels operating within the country.
This is a developing story and will be updated.
Editor's P/S:
The arrest of Abraham Oseguera, alias "Don Rondo," is a significant development in the fight against drug cartels in Mexico. As the brother of notorious drug lord "el Mencho," Oseguera played a crucial role in the Jalisco New Generation Cartel's operations. His apprehension is a blow to the organization and a testament to the determination of Mexican authorities to dismantle these criminal networks.
However, the ongoing pursuit of "el Mencho" and the ongoing threat posed by the Jalisco New Generation Cartel highlight the challenges facing Mexico in combating drug trafficking. The arrest of Oseguera may disrupt the cartel's activities in the short term, but it remains to be seen whether it will have a long-term impact. International cooperation and sustained efforts are essential to address the root causes of drug trafficking and reduce the violence and instability it perpetuates in Mexico and beyond.
