Mexico: Special forces capture cartel leader 'El Jardinero'

"The capture of Audias Flores Silva, known as 'El Jardinero,' represents a significant setback for the Jalisco New Generation Cartel, especially following the death of its leader, El Mencho."

"The operation to capture Silva was executed with surgical precision, involving ground and air tracking, and was conducted without a single shot being fired."

"Following the death of El Mencho, cartel violence escalated dramatically, leading to over 70 fatalities, including 25 members of the National Guard."

Audias Flores Silva, a top commander of the Jalisco New Generation Cartel, was captured by the Mexican military. Known as 'El Jardinero,' he was seen as a potential successor to the cartel's leader, Nemesio Oseguera Cervantes, who was killed earlier. Following Cervantes' death, cartel violence surged, resulting in over 70 deaths. The Mexican Navy identified Silva as a major source of violence. His capture followed 19 months of monitoring and was aided by US intelligence. It remains uncertain whether he will face charges in Mexico or the US.

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