Nine Suspects Detained for Fires and Incidents in Quintana Roo, Two Linked to CJNG Cartel

Cancún, Quintana Roo — Authorities in Quintana Roo have detained nine suspects in connection with a series of fires and other incidents across the state, with at least two of those arrested identified as members of the Jalisco New Generation Cartel (CJNG).

The state’s Security Council announced the arrests following coordinated operations that deployed approximately 10,000 security personnel across Quintana Roo. The incidents, which occurred primarily in Cancún, Playa del Carmen, Tulum, and Cozumel, did not result in any civilian injuries.

“In Quintana Roo, order and stability were maintained at all times despite events in other parts of the country and information circulating on social media,” said Julio César Gómez Torres, head of the state’s Public Security Department. “From the first moment, corresponding protocols were activated, and we worked in full coordination with federal forces.”

Gómez Torres emphasized that economic and tourist activities continue normally throughout the state. He confirmed that all four international airports are operating normally with necessary security measures, with no flight cancellations reported. The ADO bus service, Maya Train, and public transportation also continue normal operations.

Authorities detailed the specific incidents reported on February 22, which may have been retaliatory actions following the reported death of Nemesio Oseguera Cervantes, known as “El Mencho,” leader of the CJNG:

• Three vehicles burned on the free highway in Leona Vicario at kilometer 301
• Seven vehicles burned in Playa del Carmen
• Five vehicles burned in Tulum
• One commercial establishment burned in Tulum
• One commercial establishment burned in Cozumel

“As a result of coordinated intelligence and operational work, we achieved the detention of nine people, alleged criminals who participated in these criminal acts,” Gómez Torres stated. “Among them is Ángel Alonso N, alias ‘El Flaco,’ originally from León, Guanajuato, and Eduardo, alias ‘El Grande,’ originally from San Miguel el Alto, Jalisco, both identified as members of the Jalisco New Generation Cartel and linked to the fires registered in Cozumel.”

The security official urged the public not to spread unverified information, noting that rumors circulating about a burned plane in Cancún, closures in the Hotel Zone, and incidents involving schools, convenience stores, and Banco del Bienestar branches were all false according to authorities.