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Mexico City Police Arrest 'El Messi,' Alleged H1‑A1 Operator, in Iztapalapa

Police describe an intelligence-led stop aimed at disrupting an H1‑A1 cell linked to La Familia Michoacana.

Overview

  • Intelligence agents from the city’s security secretariat detained Raúl Miguel “N” during a patrol in Unidad Vicente Guerrero after officers noticed unusual behavior in a white car.
  • Officers seized 42 packets of suspected cocaine, a roughly one‑kilogram marijuana brick, six rounds of ammunition, two cellphones, cash, and the vehicle.
  • A female companion was arrested with him and both remain in the custody of the public prosecutor, with one outlet identifying the woman as Karla Paola “N”.
  • Authorities say the suspect operates for the H1‑A1 cell tied to La Familia Michoacana and collaborates with figures known as “El Galleta” and “El Chaparro”.
  • Officials say the operation followed citizen complaints and C5-supported patrols, and they report the detainee has a prior 2025 entry to the Mexico City penitentiary for health‑related crimes.