Inside Tapalpa, the Town in Mexico Where El Mencho Made His Last Stand
Times reporters visiting Tapalpa found a serene town in shock after Sunday’s raid on its outskirts left dozens dead and people fleeing. And, surprisingly, no police or military presence where the battle took place. [Source]
Publication Date:Origin: nytimes.com
Category: Drug Cartels
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Source: https://www.nytimes.com/2026/02/25/world/americas/el-mencho-tapalpa-jalisco-cartel.html