US detains over 450 fugitives Mexico sought, ambassador reports

U.S. Ambassador to Mexico Ronald Johnson announced that American authorities have detained more than 450 fugitives sought by Mexico since the start of 2025. Johnson reported via social media that over 300 of these individuals have already been handed over to face justice for serious crimes like homicide, abuse, and human trafficking.

"When we work together, criminals are held accountable and we show they have nowhere to hide," Johnson stated. He highlighted the ongoing cooperation between the U.S. and Mexico, noting that it continues to produce results. The U.S. Embassy in Mexico emphasized this collaboration, citing the conviction of two New Jersey men for trafficking fentanyl precursors from China to the United States.

The report also mentioned law enforcement actions within Mexico, including the discovery and disabling of four methamphetamine production sites in Cosalá, Sinaloa, by the Mexican National Defense Secretariat. Additionally, investigations by the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) and Department of Homeland Security led to the dismantling of a cocaine trafficking network linked to Mexico, resulting in 15 convictions. This network had been distributing drugs in several U.S. cities, including Kansas City, St. Louis, Chicago, Indiana, and Washington.

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When we work together, criminals are held accountable and we show they have nowhere to hide.