The Functioning of CJNG’s Violent Leadership System
Cartel Jalisco New Generation’s Structure post-El Mencho The Cartel Jalisco New Generation (CJNG) has developed a structured hierarchy that enables it to exert control over extensive territories in Mexico. This setup, reminiscent of corporate models, allows the cartel’s underbosses to manage everyday activities without needing constant oversight from the organization’s top leader, the recently deceased […]
Rocket launchers captured in El Mencho operation showcase CJNG’s weapon capabilities
The Mexican military has confiscated a rocket launcher capable of targeting aircraft during an operation that resulted in the death of cartel leader Rubén “Nemesio” Oseguera Cervantes, or “El Mencho.” This incident underscores the significant military might that Mexico’s Jalisco New Generation Cartel (CJNG) has accumulated over time. CJNG has been linked to armed attacks […]
Leading Mexican Officer Becomes Cartel Leader — CJNG’s ‘El Abuelo’ Detained in Paraguay
Arrest of Notorious Cartel Leader Draws Attention The recently captured leader of the Cartel Jalisco New Generation (CJNG) has a significant history of political connections. He assumed control of a local cell while serving as the state police chief in Tabasco, Mexico, and is accused of using police resources against rival factions. The CJNG is […]