Drug lord down, nation in flames: Mexico descends into chaos after death of drug kingpin El Mencho​on February 23, 2026 at 6:24 pm

Gunfire, arson, and clashes have been reported across several regions. In some areas, there is intense firing, while in others, there is an eerie silence. El Mencho was the head of the Jalisco New Generation Cartel (CJNG), often described as the world’s largest drug cartel. Gunfire, arson, and clashes have been reported across several regions. In some areas, there is intense firing, while in others, there is an eerie silence. El Mencho was the head of the Jalisco New Generation Cartel (CJNG), often described as the world’s largest drug cartel.