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Violent aftermath of Mexico’s ‘El Mencho’ killing follows pattern of other high-profile cartel hits

  • Written by Angélica Durán-Martínez, Associate Professor of Political Science, UMass Lowell
imageA soldier stands guard by a charred vehicle in Michoacán state, Mexico, on Feb. 22, 2026.AP Photo/Armando Solis

The death of a major cartel boss in Mexico has unleashed a violent backlash in which members of the criminal group have paralyzed some cities through blockades and attacks on property and security forces.

At least 73 people have died...

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