Man with alleged ties to Gulf Cartel and ex-CJNG member arrested in Mexico
Translated from Spanish, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
At a glance
- Mexican authorities arrested three individuals, including a man allegedly linked to the Gulf Cartel and formerly with the Jalisco New Generation Cartel.
- The arrested man, identified as Valdemar 'N', is a priority target accused of international drug trafficking and violent crimes.
- Two other individuals, Ramรณn 'N' and Cristina 'N', were also arrested on extradition warrants to the United States for conspiracy and human trafficking.
Authorities in Mexico's western state of Colima have arrested three individuals, including a man with alleged ties to the Gulf Cartel and a past connection to the Jalisco New Generation Cartel (CJNG). The trio faces extradition orders to the United States.
Valdemar 'N' is identified as a suspected member of the Gulf Cartel, considered a priority target for his alleged involvement in international drug trafficking and various violent incidents.
The primary detainee, identified as Valdemar 'N', also known as 'Valdo', is considered a high-priority target. Officials accuse him of orchestrating the trafficking of significant quantities of methamphetamine and cocaine. He is also reportedly the intellectual author behind numerous homicides in both Mexico and the United States. Investigations suggest Valdemar 'N' previously held a key position within the CJNG before leaving due to internal disputes and joining the Gulf Cartel.
The subject is accused of coordinating the transfer of large quantities of methamphetamine and cocaine, and is identified as the alleged mastermind of multiple homicides in both Mexico and the United States.
During the operation in the municipality of Ixtlahuacรกn, security forces also apprehended Ramรณn 'N' and Cristina 'N'. Both individuals were subject to arrest warrants for extradition related to charges of criminal association and human trafficking. The three detainees have been transferred to the Fiscalรญa General de la Repรบblica facilities in Colima, where they await further legal proceedings.
Investigations indicate that Valdemar 'N' previously held a relevant position within the CJNG; however, following internal disagreements, he left that organization to join the ranks of the CDG, where he continued to develop drug trafficking activities.
Originally published by ABC Color in Spanish. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.