Organized crime
CJNG + Los Chapitos: Mexico's Most Dangerous Narcos Are Signaling a Terrifying Alliance
A video shared across social media platforms this week has ignited alarm as it seems to be a public show of unity between two of the country's deadliest criminal organizations, the Sinaloa Cartel Los Chapitos and the Jalisco New Generation Cartel (CJNG).
Inside the Rise of El Sapo: The Shadow Successor to El Mencho, Mexico's Most Wanted Drug Lord
Qn both sides of the U.S.-Mexico border have intensified their focus on Hugo Gonzalo Mendoza Gaytán, known as "El Sapo" or "El 90." This is his story.
Criminal Activity Cost Mexico Almost $250 Billion Last Year, Close To 20% Of Its GDP
Criminal activity in Mexico cost the country an estimated $245 billion in 2024, a figure equivalent to 18% of its GDP
El Chapo's Granddaughter Debuts as Singer: Frida Guzmán Says She's "Not Ashamed" of Her Name
One of Joaquín Guzmán Loera's granddaughters is launching her stage career with a controversial song. At just 20 years old, Frida Guzmán and her team seem to have a clear idea of how to take advantage of El Chapo's unsavory but immense reputation.
Regional Mexican Band Grupo Fugitivo Missing for Days in Reynosa: Vehicle Found Without Clues
The five musicians from Reynosa in the northern state of Tamaulipas, vanished on May 25, 2025, shortly after performing at a private event
Mexico Is Trying to Silence 'Narco Ballads'—Los Tigres del Norte Blame Trump
Jorge Hernández, lead singer and accordionist of La Banda de todas las Bandas, has a very deep understanding of the story behind the recent measures against "narcocorridos." Los Tigres del Norte accept the veto and even wonder if they need to change the name of the corridos.
Authorities in Southern Mexico Arrest Alleged Leader of Local Gang With Ties To Sinaloa Cartel
Current state Attorney Genera lorge Luis Llaven Abarca revealed that Joaquín "El Chorizo" Flores Hernández was the leader of the local gang known as Karma
How Trump's Approach To Venezuela Could Shape Its Future As Maduro Seeks To Stay In Power
Whether the incoming president decides to intensifying sanctions or revive diplomacy will have a direct impact on the South American country's future
Inside the High-Stakes Negotiations Between El Chapo's Sons And U.S. Authorities Over Plea Deals
Ovidio and Joaquín Guzmán are in talks with prosecutors as they hope to avoid trial
Mexican Mayor Arrested for Links to Organized Crime As New Governor Intensifies Crackdown on Cartels
President Claudia Sheinbaum has offered the Governor full support from the country's Armed Forces and National Guard for his anti-corruption crusade
Natanael Cano, Tito Torbellino and Other Mexican Artists Threatened by Sinaloa Cartel Faction: Authorities Respond
They were mentioned in a "narcomanta" hanged in a High School in Hermosillo, Sonora.
An Owl Tattoo Linked to 'Tren de Aragua' Gang Drives Investigation of Mexican Immigration Agent Murder
Investigative journalist Luis Chaparro claimed the tattoo means the accused Venezuelan men are "guides" in human smuggling operations
Trump's Immigration Crackdown Could Boost Organized Crime, Experts Warn
Stricter U.S. policies may push more migrants toward dangerous crossings, fueling organized crime and growing demand for cross-border human trafficking networks.
New Jersey, Philadelphia Authorities Launch 'Operation Beef Bandit' to Stop Ring of Masked Meat Thieves
Operation Beef Bandit has brought together two law enforcement agencies in Philadelphia and New Jersey to stop organized cargo thefts from happening.
Juarez Police respond to cartel attacks on surveillance cameras: 'no stepping back'
The state of Chihuahua has invested in security cameras to fight high violent crime rates. Criminal groups are fighting back in Ciudad Juarez
Border security operation rescues 91 migrants and identifies 33 stash houses in New Mexico
New Mexico Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham said she hopes the results of "Operation Disruption" will send a powerful message to organized crime members.
Viral claims of Hells Angels heading to Aurora remain unsubstantiated amid Tren de Aragua gang violence
Viral X and Tik Tok posts claim that members of the Hells Angels Motorcycle Club are on their way to Aurora, Colorado, to confront Tren de Aragua.
DEA Source reportedly confirms Ovidio Guzmán, El Chapo's son, entered U.S. Witness Protection Program
DEA Source reportedly confirms Mexican newspaper El Universal, that Ovidio Guzmán, El Chapo's son, entered U.S. Witness Protection Program
Two Arizona sisters shot dead on highway in Mexican state of Sonora; murders linked to criminal group
Two elderly sisters were shot and killed on a notorious stretch of highway in Sonora after being ambushed
Increased migratory flows and poorer health are leading to a surge in organ trafficking in Latin America
Kidneys are the organs most frequently trafficked, driven by the high demand resulting from increased rates of renal disease linked to diabetes
Mexico Presidential Elections: How The 3 Candidates Plan To Combat Organized Crime
Based on manifestos, public statements, and appearances in the last of three presidential debates held on May 19, here is how the candidates have vowed to deal with organized criminal gangs in the country who still have a lot of power over territories and communities.
Why Ecuador's Criminal Organizations Can Pose a 'Formidable Challenge' to the Government
Their significant territorial presence and diversity of funding sources are the main reasons why the conflict can become a protracted one
Organized Crime, Populism, Underinvestment: Mexico's Top Challenges in Key Electoral Year
A report by the Baker Institute outlined the main reasons for optimism and caution in the country as it gets ready to elect AMLO's successor
Half of Latin America's Homicides Can be Linked to Organized Crime, UN Study Says
The document concluded the region had the highest proportion of homicides related to organized crime worldwide
How Criminal Networks Control Human Trafficking in the Darién Gap, a Main Migration Route to U.S.
The Darién is a treacherous pathway, riddled with human trafficking, that many migrants use to reach the U.S.
Honduras Expands Scope, Time of State of Emergency In Continued Fight Against Crime
The government of Honduras has agreed to extend the state of emergency declaration to 45 and to expand it further to more municipalities in the country.
Mexico Mass Shooting Leaves 20 Dead Including Town Mayor; Morelos State Deputy Also Shot
A town in southwest Mexico saw the deaths of 20 people, including a town mayor, in a mass shooting leaving several others injured in the town of San Miguel.
Mexican Journalist Shot Dead In Tamaulipas, Taking Toll To 12 This Year
A Mexican journalist was shot to death on Wednesday as he was leaving his home Tamaulipas City.
Drug Kingpin Who Walked Free Much Before His 22-Year Jail Sentence Is Caught Again For Trafficking
Drug kingpin Michael Hailwood, who was released halfway into his 22-year jail sentence was served another 16-year prison term on Friday after being caught in another drug trafficking operation
6 Men On Trial For $128 Million Dresden Museum Jewelry Heist In 2019
Six men in Germany accused of stealing 18th-century jewels from Dresden Castle’s Green Vault Museum were put to trial on Friday.