Alleged La Unión Tepito Member Processed for Murdering His Own Brother

Carlos “N,” known as “El Ramsés” and allegedly a member of the La Unión Tepito criminal group, faces prosecution for the murder of his brother. The Attorney General's Office of Mexico City secured his process for trial in connection with the homicide that occurred in May 2024.

The investigation indicates the crime took place on May 24, 2024, at a stall in the Tepito neighborhood, where the victim was shot multiple times from behind. Authorities believe that the day before the attack, Carlos “N” had argued with his brother at the stall and allegedly threatened him, vowing to send cartel members after him.

Investigators analyzed surveillance videos and collected testimonies. One witness reported seeing another individual repeatedly pass by the stall, making phone calls, possibly to inform about the victim's presence. Following the shooting, the same individual allegedly made another call, possibly to inform Carlos “N” about the event. Communication analysis and surveillance also suggested the defendant remained in contact with another potential accomplice after the murder.

Based on this evidence, including expert reports and testimonies, prosecutors obtained an arrest warrant for Carlos “N.” He was apprehended on August 11 while riding a motorcycle in Mexico City. During a court hearing on August 17, a judge ordered him to stand trial for qualified homicide due to kinship and imposed pre-trial detention for two months.