Event Brief
Over 600 Vehicles Stolen After El Mencho's Takedown
Filed: Mar 02, 2026 at 4:05 PM ET
Summary: Car thefts surged nationwide following the operation against El Mencho, particularly in Jalisco, Michoacán, and Nayarit.
WHO: El Mencho
WHAT: Takedown operation leading to vehicle thefts
WHEN: Feb 21, 2026 at 7:00 PM ET
WHERE: Mexico
WHY: Unrest following the operation
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