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Mexico Clears Most of 252 Blockades After ‘El Mencho’ Raid as Security Push Continues

Officials say a coordinated federal‑state deployment is securing remaining routes after violent reprisals linked to the CJNG leader’s killing.

Overview

  • The federal Security Cabinet tallied 252 road blockades across 20 states after the Tapalpa, Jalisco operation, with about 90% deactivated by Sunday evening and remaining points under active operations.
  • Michoacán authorities reported four presumed gang members killed, two detainees, five armed confrontations and 85% of blockades cleared, with classes suspended statewide and precautionary closures urged for some businesses and events.
  • Guanajuato logged 55 incidents with 18 arrests, declared highways open under reinforced patrols, and suspended Monday classes, as officials warned about false posts and AI‑manipulated images circulating online.
  • Veracruz saw arson of heavy trucks and highway blockades in multiple corridors, while in Guerrero attackers burned public transport units in Acapulco and opened fire on a prosecutor’s office, disrupting mobility and prompting temporary service halts.
  • Major intercity bus operators paused or adjusted routes, universities and agencies curtailed in‑person services, and multiple sports and cultural events and several bank branches in Jalisco and other states announced cancellations or closures.