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In recent news, a group linked to organized crime in Caborca has been suspected of throwing two dismembered bodies on a deserted road. While it is believed that the notorious Sinaloa Cartel is involved, there has been a rise in a new criminal group known as the New Independent Cartel of Sonora. This emergence poses a threat to the Sinaloa Cartel’s dominance in the region, potentially weakening their stronghold. Despite these challenges, the Sinaloa Cartel remains a powerful criminal organization, with ongoing operations and continued presence in multiple states. However, authorities in the United States have launched a new operation against them, targeting key figures such as Sergio Valenzuela Valenzuela, who is believed to be a leader for the cartel in Nogales. Stay up to date on the latest news and updates regarding organized crime by following our Twitter page and feel free to reach out to us via email. Thank you for reading, stay safe.

Are the Sinaloa Cartel’s operations set to be disrupted by the US with their latest operation? Get the scoop on the Plaza Spike Operation and the individual being targeted as the first “plaza chief”, Sergio Valenzuela Valenzuela, aka El Gio. Learn more about the various criminal groups linked to the Sinaloa Cartel operating in Sonora and their recent captures. Stay informed and follow us on Twitter for more updates. Thanks for reading! Contact us at mica@cartelinsider.com for more information.

Welcome to Cartel Insider, your top source for the latest news on organized crime in Mexico and beyond. In our latest post, we’re taking a closer look at the recent arrests and drug seizures made by authorities in Sonora.

Through a joint operation of the State Security Table, six individuals were captured near kilometer 32 of Federal Highway 15, with 14 kilograms of heroin in their possession. Thanks to a citizen alert, law enforcement forces were able to locate the drugs and apprehend the suspects. The authorities are now conducting further investigations to determine the extent of the group’s involvement in trafficking illicit substances.

In a separate incident, one person was arrested in Nogales and a vehicle was seized, along with various drugs including cocaine and marijuana. Meanwhile, in Mazocahui, two individuals were caught with multiple firearms and magazines.

But that’s not all – a laboratory believed to be used for preparing narcotics was also discovered and dismantled in the municipality of Quiriego.

As Sonora continues to see a rise in criminal activity linked to powerful drug cartels, we’re committed to keeping you informed and up-to-date on all the latest developments. Don’t forget to follow us on Twitter at @cartelinsider1 and stay tuned for more exciting content.

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