Merida, Yucatan — Mexican authorities arrested a suspected financial operator for a criminal organization during a joint operation led by the Mexican Navy (SEMAR), in coordination with the Security and Citizen Protection Secretariat (SSPC) and the Federal Prosecutor’s Office (FGR), through its Specialized Prosecutor’s Office for Organized Crime (FEMDO).
The operation stemmed from naval intelligence work that led to the simultaneous execution of four search warrants at different locations in Merida and the Komchen district, where Justo “N” was captured. Authorities allege he was one of the main individuals responsible for operating money laundering schemes for the criminal group.
According to the investigation, the detainee allegedly managed the organization’s financial structure. Authorities identified several properties used for illicit activities and obtained judicial orders to search them.
During the searches, federal forces seized 15 high-end vehicles, a safe, two firearms, ammunition of various calibers, a bag containing apparent methamphetamine, cash in U.S. dollars, jewelry, electronic banking devices, computer and communication equipment, as well as documentation and digital storage media related to the investigation.
Authorities estimated the value of the seized assets at 145,263,946 pesos (approximately $7.5 million USD), dealing a blow to the criminal organization’s financial structure.
After his arrest, Justo “N” was informed of his rights and handed over to a federal prosecutor, along with the seized items, to continue the investigation and determine his legal status.
The Mexican Navy highlighted that this operation was the result of coordinated work among the institutions that make up the Security Cabinet and the exchange of intelligence information to identify and dismantle the financial networks that support criminal groups’ operations.
