The Mexican Government's Security Cabinet reports on the results of “Operation Northern Border” for January 20, 2026.

Since the operation began on February 5, 2025, a total of 10,896 suspects have been arrested and 8,080 firearms, 1,378,201 rounds of ammunition of various calibers, 35,829 magazines, and 120,357.6 kg of drugs, including 603 kg of fentanyl, 6,381 vehicles, and 1,278 properties have been seized.

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

Baja California

In Ensenada, a suspect was arrested, and doses of methamphetamine, marijuana, and a vehicle were seized.

In San Quintín, two rifles, five magazines, 1,474 rounds of ammunition, doses of marijuana, and two tactical vests were seized.

Sinaloa

In Culiacán, five 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 65 million pesos (US$3.73 million).

Sonora

In Nogales, a rifle, four magazines, 73 rounds of ammunition, and two cartridge belts were seized.

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