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Mexico Captures Alleged Beltrán Leyva Cell Leader ‘SS’ in Tijuana

An interagency team acting on intelligence tracked a Tijuana safehouse to make the arrest.

Overview

  • Authorities also detained Horacio “N”, identified as the suspect’s head of escorts and trusted aide.
  • Officials say the cell moved fentanyl and methamphetamine from Mexico toward the United States.
  • Surveillance and follow-up operations led investigators to the residence where the suspects were hiding.
  • Firearms, drug doses, mobile phones and the property were seized during the operation.
  • The detainees were advised of their legal rights and turned over to the Ministerio Público for further proceedings.