"El Mencho" Ordered Hit on Journalist Ciro Gómez Leyva: Latinus Investigation Reveals Cartel's Role

"El Mencho" Ordered Attack on Journalist Ciro Gómez Leyva: Latinus Report Reveals Shocking Details Mexico City – A recent report by the news outlet Latinus has shed light on the December 2022 attack against prominent journalist Ciro Gómez Leyva. The report alleges that Nemesio Oseguera Cervantes, known as "El Mencho," the leader of the notorious Jalisco New Generation Cartel (CJNG), ordered the hit. Latinus presented evidence from the investigation, including statements from individuals involved in the plot. "The Patron," as Armando Escarega Valdés, one of those arrested, was referred to, reportedly confessed that the attack was a direct order from El Mencho. This information was revealed during his court hearing. The video also includes images from the crime scene and security footage showing the attackers' escape route. The report details the sentences handed down to those involved. Pedro Gómez, alias "El Poll," received a 12-year sentence for his role in the attack. Héctor Martínez, alias "El Bart," who fired the shots at Gómez Leyva, received a 14-year sentence. "El Bart" also revealed details of his weapons training at a CJNG camp. The Latinus report highlights the dangerous environment faced by journalists in Mexico and the lengths to which criminal organizations will go to silence critical voices. The convictions of those involved offer a glimmer of hope in the fight against impunity and the protection of journalists.