Since the operation began on February 5, some 8,094 suspects have been arrested and 6,342 firearms, 1,101,216 rounds of ammunition of various calibers, 29,398 magazines, 102,058.6 kg of drugs, including 483.32 kg of fentanyl, 5,188 vehicles, and 982 properties have been seized, according to the Security Cabinet of the Government of Mexico.
These 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:
– Chihuahua
In Ojinaga, three firearms, three magazines, 238 rounds of ammunition, and 57 tire spikes were seized.
– Sinaloa
In Culiacán, a storage facility containing various materials used in the production of synthetic drugs was located and dismantled. During the operation, 200 liters of substances used in the production of methamphetamine were seized. The economic impact on organized crime is four million pesos (US$220,000).
In Navolato, three rifles, 20 magazines, 150 rounds of ammunition, three tactical vests, and a vehicle reported stolen were seized.
– Sonora
In Cajeme, a rifle, four magazines, and a pair of handcuffs were seized.
– Tamaulipas
In Nuevo Laredo, two rifles, 14 magazines, 420 rounds of ammunition, 300 kilos of marijuana, and a vehicle reported stolen were seized.
Source: Secretaría de Seguridad y Protección Ciudadana (SSPC)
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