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Mexico City Police Arrest 'El Duro' and Another Suspected Fuerza Anti Unión Member in Venustiano Carranza

The warrant-backed operation followed targeted surveillance, signaling a coordinated push to disrupt street‑level drug networks tied to recent violence.

Overview

  • Officers detained Diego Altamirano Vilchis, 21, and Derek Abraham Altamirano Vilchis, 23, known as “El Duro,” in coordinated raids in the Venustiano Carranza borough.
  • Authorities executed two court-authorized searches after fixed and mobile surveillance identified properties linked to the suspected cell.
  • Seized items included six cellphones, multiple doses of drugs, an ampoule of fentanyl, and two identifications, according to official statements.
  • Officials say the detainees are alleged members of Fuerza Anti Unión and are accused of engaging in narcomenudeo; both were placed at the Public Ministry for processing.
  • The SSC led the action with support from SSPC, the Defense Ministry, the Navy, the National Guard, and federal and city prosecutors, part of ongoing efforts addressing rival groups including La Unión Tepito.