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Six Detained as Mexican Forces Arrest 'Don José' in Durango Raids

A joint ArmyFGR operation followed judge‑approved searches of five properties tied to a suspected kidnapping–trafficking cell.

Overview

  • Authorities conducted fixed and mobile surveillance, obtained judicial warrants, and executed simultaneous searches in Loma Bonita, La Morga, Cerro de Guadalupe and Guadalupe Victoria.
  • José Luis “N” (“Don José”) was taken into custody with five others under an outstanding arrest order for alleged leadership of the cell dedicated to kidnapping and human trafficking.
  • Seized items included three magazines, 59 cartridges, 36 cellphones, a radio, three vehicles and a motorcycle.
  • The detainees and confiscated evidence were turned over to the Ministerio Público, and the five properties remained under federal custody as proceedings continue.
  • The operation was announced by SSPC chief Omar García Harfuch on X, and local reports describe links to Los Cabrera Sarabia and Los Mayos that await judicial confirmation.