Mexico sends thousands of soldiers to stop violence after cartel leader’s death

Mexico deploys thousands of troops after violence flares following “El Mencho” death

Mexico has deployed thousands of additional soldiers and security personnel to contain a wave of violence reported across at least 20 states after the death in custody of Nemesio Oseguera Cervantes — known as “El Mencho” — leader of the Jalisco New Generation Cartel (CJNG), according to federal officials.

Mexico deploys 10,000 troops to restore order after violence linked to the death of drug lord “El Mencho”

The military operation that led to the death of Nemesio Oseguera, and the clashes that followed, left dozens dead among security forces and suspected cartel members.

Mexico deploys 10,000 troops to end violence over drug lord's death