Drug lord El Mencho buried at private funeral service | The IndependentNotifications can be managed in browser preferences.Jump to contentIndependentSwipe for next articleIndependent Bulletin homepageDownload ourSocial PartnerWe are 8 logo (opens in a new tab)AllNewsSportCultureLifestyleY. Refugio Ruz & Fabiola SnchezTuesday 03 March 2026 11:03 GMTWho was El Mencho, the former Mexican police officer turned cartel kingpin?Nemesio Oseguera Cervantes, known as “El Mencho” and leader of the Jalisco New Generation Cartel, was buried in a golden casket with a significant military presence in Zapopan, a suburb of Guadalajara.A federal official confirmed his burial on Monday, following his death from multiple bullet wounds sustained during an attempted capture by the Mexican army just over a week prior.His body was taken to Mexico City for an autopsy before being released to his family, with the death certificate noting bullet wounds to his chest, abdomen, and legs.Authorities maintained secrecy regarding the burial location due to security concerns, as El Mencho's killing had triggered retaliatory violence across approximately 20 states, resulting in over 70 deaths.The burial of drug lords in Mexico is often shrouded in mystery, with supporters sometimes using these events to elevate them to legendary status, as seen with the rapid emergence of ballads about El Mencho's death.In fullJalisco cartel leader ‘El Mencho’ buried in golden casket at cemeteryThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged in