Three alleged 'Don Pollo' members captured in Iztapalapa; drugs, guns, and grenades seized

Authorities in Mexico City have arrested three individuals suspected of belonging to the "Don Pollo" criminal organization in the Iztapalapa borough. The arrests were made following two search warrants executed by the capital's Attorney General's Office (FGJ).

During the operation, law enforcement officials seized a significant quantity of illicit substances, including 89 doses of drugs and bulk methamphetamine and marijuana. They also confiscated three handguns, one long firearm, two hand grenades, 69 rounds of ammunition, five magazines, and four mobile phones.

The FGJ indicated that the "Don Pollo" group is believed to have connections with other criminal factions, namely "Los Malportados" and "Los Choppers." Investigations suggest these individuals are involved in drug dealing and extortion rackets within Iztapalapa.

The arrests stem from citizen reports filed on July 15, alleging drug-related activities at two properties in Iztapalapa. Following these reports, FGJ investigators gathered evidence, leading a public prosecutor to obtain the necessary search warrants from a control judge. The operation was carried out on July 16 by the PDI's Special Reaction and Intervention Group (GERI) in coordination with the National Guard.