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Unveiling Tapalpa: The Last Stand of El Mencho's Cartel
February 25, 2026
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Explore the Mexican town of Tapalpa, a stronghold of the Jalisco New Generation Cartel, where the notorious leader El Mencho made his final stand against authorities.
Tapalpa, a quaint town nestled in the state of Jalisco, Mexico, has become a focal point of attention in the ongoing battle against the country's powerful drug cartels. This picturesque community, known for its colonial architecture and serene natural surroundings, has also earned a reputation as a stronghold for the Jalisco New Generation Cartel (CJNG), one of the most formidable criminal organizations in the region.
At the center of this narrative is the notorious cartel leader, Nemesio Oseguera Cervantes, also known as
Source: The New York Times
Defense and Military Forces
Mexico
Guzman Loera, Joaquin
Tapalpa (Mexico)
Jalisco (Mexico)
