Overview

• The DEA reported coordinated actions from September 22 to 26 across 23 U.S. field divisions and seven foreign regions targeting CJNG networks.
• Authorities cited seizures of 92.4 kg of fentanyl powder, 1,157,672 counterfeit pills, 6,062 kg of methamphetamine, 22,842 kg of cocaine, 33 kg of heroin, 244 firearms, $18.6 million in cash and about $29.6 million in assets.
• Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum said her government did not collaborate in the DEA operation, noting it occurred in the United States.
• Mexico detailed separate domestic raids that dismantled synthetic-drug hubs and seized chemicals and drugs, estimating an economic impact on crime exceeding 707 million pesos.
• U.S. officials said the search for CJNG leader Nemesio “El Mencho” Oseguera continues with a reward up to $15 million, while detainee identities and prosecution jurisdictions were not disclosed.