Saúl, alias “Jaguar,” Leader of a Criminal Cell, and 3 Other Hitmen Arrested in Culiacán, Sinaloa, Harfuch Reports

At a press conference held by the security cabinet, the arrest of Saúl “N,” alias “El Jaguar,” identified as the leader of a criminal cell, was announced in Culiacán. The operation resulted in the capture of three of his associates and the seizure of weapons, explosives, and stolen vehicles.

Who is “El Jaguar”?

According to authorities, Saúl “N” is identified as the leader of a criminal cell responsible for generating violence in Culiacán, dedicated to drug trafficking, homicides, extortion, and vehicle theft.

How was the operation carried out?

The operation was led by the Secretariat of National Defense (Sedena) and the Secretariat of Security and Citizen Protection (SSPC), following intelligence and investigative work. The operation resulted in the capture of “El Jaguar” and three of his associates.

What did security forces seize?

During the operation, the following were seized:

* Vehicles reported stolen

* 3 improvised explosive devices

* Ballistic equipment

* Long and short firearms

* Ammunition

What impact does this have on the region?

The arrest of “El Jaguar” represents a direct blow to the structure of the criminal cell, weakening its operational capacity in Sinaloa. The security cabinet emphasized that these actions are part of the national strategy to reduce violence and guarantee security in key municipalities such as Culiacán.

At the same press conference, other relevant actions were detailed:

* The capture of Edgar Rodríguez Ortiz, aka El Limones, an operator for Los Cabrera, along with five members of his cell in La Laguna.

* The seizure of weapons and drugs, and the freezing of accounts linked to money laundering operations.

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* The transfer of 25 high-risk inmates from prisons in Michoacán to federal facilities, as part of the Michoacán Plan for Peace and Justice. * The dismantling of a group dedicated to stealing commercial vehicles in the State of Mexico and Hidalgo, resulting in the arrest of 12 people and the seizure of weapons, vehicles, and stolen merchandise.

Sources: Cartel Insider Archives, Los Noticieristas