Mexico: At least 18 suspected members of criminal group arrested
The ground and aerial deployment of police, army and National Guard elements occurred in the Rincón de Romos municipality of Aguascalientes, where agents found an area "apparently used as a camp" by members of the criminal group.
Agents of the Mexican National Guard, in an operation in the municipality of Rincón Romos, Aguascalientes.
Mexico's Security Secretariat reported that security forces arrested at least 18 alleged members of a criminal group in the central state of Aguascalientes. The news was announced on Saturday.
Mexico, recalled AFP, is stepping up its fight against organized crime in the face of US President Donald Trump's threat to apply tariffs to vital Mexican exports to the country, considering that its southern neighbor is not doing enough to curb drug trafficking and irregular migration.
The ground and aerial deployment of police, army and National Guard elements occurred in the municipality of Rincon de Romos, where agents found an area "apparently used as a camp" by members of the criminal group, the agency said in a statement.
"The security agents implemented different operational techniques and tactics, which resulted in the arrest of 18 people and the seizure of 20 firearms," the ministry said in the bulletin.
It added that one of the detainees was injured and was taken "under custody" to a local hospital.
According to local press reports, the 18 detainees are believed to be members of the Jalisco Cartel - New Generation (CJNG), considered one of the most powerful in Mexico and designated by the United States as a foreign terrorist organization.
Authorities work to restore order
In response to the arrests, the Secretariat reported roadblocks and burning of vehicles in the area.
State agents are carrying out operations "to restore order and guarantee the safety of the population," authorities said.
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