"Exactly one year ago, in December 2024, Jacobo Reyes Leon and Jorge Alberts Ponce were feeling pleased with themselves. Business was booming. Reyes oversaw a major diesel-smuggling operation across Mexico's southern border from Guatemala. Alberts managed contracts at the Cuajimalpa mayor's office in Mexico City and controlled a series of land invasions in the metropolitan area. The two spoke frequently."
"On December 17, Alberts told Reyes that the Cuajimalpa mayor's office, then controlled by Carlos Orvananos, had awarded him fumigation contracts. Alberts added that they were also going to give them cleaning, security, and were looking into what construction projects they could get. Reyes replied, we practically own Cuajimalpa. The month got even better when, four days later, Reyes managed to acquire a Segurimex security franchise, which would be added to the pair's growing portfolio."
Jacobo Reyes Leon and Jorge Alberts Ponce operated a criminal network combining diesel theft and security-company fronts. Reyes led a major diesel-smuggling route from Guatemala into southern Mexico, while Alberts managed municipal contracts in Cuajimalpa, land invasions, and multiple security firms. The pair coordinated weapons procurement, manpower, and franchise acquisitions, including a Segurimex branch and several other security companies. They secured municipal contracts such as fumigation, cleaning, and security services, bolstering control over local territory. The network linked to Raul Rocha Cantu enabled profitable deals and expansion before the end of 2024, increasing influence across Mexico City and fuel-theft operations.
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