Mexico’s most powerful cartel leader is killed by security forces

Mexico’s most powerful cartel leader is killed by security forces

Mexico’s most powerful drug kingpin, leader of the Jalisco New Generation Cartel, has been killed by the Mexican military, according to defense officials. The operation marks a significant blow to one of the country’s most feared criminal organizations.

Authorities have not released further details on the circumstances or casualties of the operation. The government is likely to announce more information in a later briefing.