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El Mencho Buried in Zapopan — FGR Released Remains to Family

| Mexico

El Mencho's remains were formally released to his family by the FGR (Mexico's Attorney General) on February 28, 2026, following DNA confirmation of his identity. He was buried in a golden casket in Zapopan, Guadalajara, on March 3, 2026. CJNG supporters gathered for a low-key ceremony. The burial marked the formal conclusion of his 15-year reign as CJNG's supreme leader and founder.

  • T1 FGR (Mexico Attorney General) Official
  • T2 Reforma Major