CJNG Attacks National Guard in Zamora, Michoacán; 7 Officers, 1 Civilian Injured

Zamora, Michoacán – A brazen attack by suspected members of the Jalisco New Generation Cartel (CJNG) against National Guard elements has left at least seven officers and one civilian injured. The violent incident unfolded at a gas station in Zamora, a key municipality in Michoacán's berry-producing region, highlighting the ongoing cartel presence and violence in the area.

According to initial reports, the heavily armed assailants arrived in multiple vehicles and opened fire on the National Guard officers as they were refueling. The officers returned fire, resulting in a significant confrontation. The CJNG is believed to be attempting to assert control over Zamora, a strategically important location bordering Jalisco state.

State and federal security forces have launched a large-scale operation, involving air and ground assets, to apprehend those responsible. This attack underscores the persistent security challenges faced by Michoacán and the federal government's efforts to combat powerful criminal organizations like the CJNG. The fact that this occurred in broad daylight at a public location demonstrates the audacity of these criminal groups.