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Mexico arrests alleged major leader of Jalisco cartel

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Briefings

A Mexican police operation captured Rafael Alvarez, alias R2, a suspected major leader of the Jalisco Cartel, using intelligence provided by the US Drug Enforcement Administration. The capture occurred in November 2026, marking a significant development in cartel crackdown efforts in Mexico.

Key points

• Rafael Alvarez, alias R2, was captured by Mexican authorities with intelligence shared by the US Drug Enforcement Administration.
• The intelligence source was the US Drug Enforcement Administration, and the capture took place in November 2026.

Context

This development follows ongoing efforts by Mexican law enforcement to dismantle the Jalisco Cartel, a powerful criminal organization that has operated in Mexico for decades. The US Drug Enforcement Administration has been a key partner in providing intelligence to Mexican agents for years.

Limitations

Evidence is limited to the single capture of Rafael Alvarez with US intelligence. No other cartel members, locations, or specific operational details are provided. The intelligence source is identified as the US Drug Enforcement Administration, but the specific nature of the intelligence is not detailed.

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