Security forces wounded and detained the leader of the gang after a fierce shootout

In Mexico detained the alleged leader of a criminal group, who is associated with the murder of former mayor of the city of Uruapan Carlos Manso and 19 others. During a special operation, a shootout occurred, as a result of which a suspect and a serviceman were injured. Reuters reports.

The operation was carried out on November 8 in the city of Sapopan, Jalisco. Employees of special units of the Mexican Navy, with the support of security forces, detained Rafael N., nicknamed R2, and 19 other people. To establish the whereabouts of the alleged ringleader helped intelligence, including received from the US Drug Enforcement Administration.

According to the investigation, the detainee led the group Los Rs, part of the structure of the drug cartel “New Generation Jalisco”. Its members operated in the states of Jalisco and Michoacan.

Mexican Security Minister Omar Garcia Harfuç said the group is suspected of murder, kidnapping, unlawful imprisonment, extortion, drug trafficking and attacks on government officials. Among the victims of extortion were entrepreneurs and avocado farmers.

Separately, the investigation investigates the alleged involvement of Rafael N. in the murder of former Uruapan mayor Carlos Manso, who was shot on November 1, 2025 during the celebration of the Day of the Dead, as well as 19 others.

During the arrest, armed men opened fire on the servicemen. Security forces responded to the attack. The suspect and one of the Navy personnel were injured and both received medical treatment.

In Mexico, Rafael N. was wanted for aggravated murder. The US is also seeking his extradition on charges related to drug and firearms trafficking.

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