The Mexican government’s Security Cabinet reports on the results obtained from 'Northern Border Operation' for January 12, 2026.

Since the beginning of the operation on February 5, 2025, some 10,713 suspects have been detained and 7,869 firearms, 1,327,568 rounds of ammunition of various calibers, 35,086 magazines, 119,327 kg of drugs — including 601.8 kg of fentanyl — 6,237 vehicles, and 1,257 properties have been seized.

The actions were carried out in strict adherence to the rule of law and with full respect for human rights. Among the seizures and arrests, the following were the most significant:

– Sinaloa

In Culiacán, seven storage facilities containing various materials used in the production of synthetic drugs were located and dismantled. During the operations, 3,350 liters of substances used in the production of methamphetamine were seized. The economic impact on organized crime is 66 million pesos (US$3.70 million).

In Navolato, a rifle and seven vehicles reported as stolen were seized.

Source: Secretaría de Seguridad y Protección Ciudadana (SSPC)

Related: The Mexican Government’s Security Cabinet reports on the results of ‘Operation Northern Border’ for January 9, 10, and 11, 2026.