Violent clashes erupted in western Mexico as a military operation reportedly resulted in the death of Jalisco New Generation Cartel leader Nemesio Rubén Oseguera Cervantes, known as "El Mencho." A federal official confirmed the army killed him during an operation in the state of Jalisco. The violence followed hours of roadblocks with burning vehicles, a tactic common among cartels to impede military actions.
Jalisco Governor Pablo Lemus Navarro declared a state of emergency, suspending public transportation and urging residents to stay indoors. Social media videos depicted smoke over Puerto Vallarta and panicked scenes at the state capital's airport. Air Canada temporarily halted operations at Puerto Vallarta Airport due to the ongoing security situation. The U.S. State Department had offered a $15 million reward for information leading to "El Mencho's" arrest.