Mexico reports 2,540 high-impact crime arrests in Sinaloa, over 94 tons of drugs seized

Mexico's security forces have made significant strides in combating high-impact crime in Sinaloa, reporting the apprehension of 2,540 individuals and the seizure of over 94,500 kilograms of drugs. These efforts are part of a comprehensive strategy to protect citizens and fight impunity in a region that has faced extraordinary violence.

Omar García Harfuch, head of the Secretariat of Security and Citizen Protection, detailed the ongoing operations during a press conference. He highlighted the deployment of 16,440 personnel from various federal agencies, including the Navy, Army, and National Guard. The strategy focuses on dismantling criminal cells, seizing weapons, removing drugs from circulation, destroying clandestine laboratories, and reducing the operational capacity of organized crime groups.

Harfuch noted that Sinaloa experienced a substantial increase in homicides, particularly after the capture of drug lord "El Mayo" Zambada, which triggered violent disputes among criminal factions. He stated that homicides rose by 232% after September 2024. However, following the implementation of the Sinaloa Plan in December of that year, which included reinforced federal presence and intelligence operations, a 44% reduction in daily homicides has been observed since June 2025. This reduction followed a period of tension linked to the death of a criminal leader.

The report also touched upon previous high-profile arrests under the current administration, including Ovidio Guzmán and Rafael Caro Quintero, as well as Néstor Isidro "El Nini." These actions, while significant, have also been associated with periods of increased violence and conflict within the state.