Overview
- Authorities detained Abdel “N” (“El Toro”), 63, and Miguel Ángel “N” (“El Torito”), 32, identified as members of the Los Rusos cell linked in reporting to the Los Chapitos faction of the Sinaloa Cartel.
- The coordinated operation involved Sedena, Semar, the FGR, the National Guard, the SSPC, and the Sonora state prosecutor's office executing two search warrants.
- Officials reported seizing doses of fentanyl, cocaine, crystal and methamphetamines, usable cartridges, cash, a firearm, and three vehicles.
- Security officials say El Toro is tied to trafficking methamphetamine and other drugs, facilitating firearms, and has prior records for homicide and injuries.
- The detainees were advised of their rights and transferred to the Public Prosecutor, as the U.S. Treasury announced sanctions against individuals and companies linked to Los Rusos to intensify financial pressure.