24.02.2026 10:31
Following the death of CJNG leader El Mencho, a leadership struggle began within the cartel, with 29-year-old Abraham Jesús Ambriz Cano, also known as "El Yogurt," emerging as a prominent figure. His rise, noted for having led El Mencho's personal death squad, commanded an armed cell called "Los Indestructibles," and previously managed to escape a Mexican Navy operation, raises the possibility of a new power struggle within the cartel and a potential wave of increased violence.
In Mexico, following the death of Nemesio "El Mencho" Oseguera Cervantes, the former leader of the Jalisco New Generation Cartel (CJNG), a new power struggle is unfolding within the organized crime structure. One of the notable figures in this struggle is Abraham Jesús Ambriz Cano, known by his nickname "El Yogurt," a young but effective operational commander of the organization.
According to security and intelligence reports, El Yogurt has taken command of armed cells operating in the Michoacán, Jalisco, and Colima regions where CJNG is active. He is particularly noted for leading a militant group known as "Los Indestructibles," which is said to consist of former Colombian military personnel. This cell played a role in controlling critical routes along the drug trafficking line, contributing to CJNG's financial and operational capacity.
HE IS LEADING THE "PERSONAL DEATH SQUAD"
Information in the foreign press indicates that Abraham Jesús Ambriz Cano, at 29 years old, manages the organizational structure known as El Mencho's "personal death squad," revealing that he is seen not only as a field commander but also as a powerful organizational operator. Experts suggest that El Yogurt's extensive role and his connections with the cartel's military cells set him apart among the names mentioned for leadership after El Mencho's death.
HE MANAGED TO ESCAPE FROM THE NAVY OPERATION
In 2025, during an operation by the Mexican Navy in Michoacán, a conflict broke out with the cell under El Yogurt's command, resulting in the deaths of 12 cartel militants, injuries to three marines, and the capture of nine individuals. It was reported that El Yogurt managed to escape, which was seen as an example demonstrating his internal security and tactical capabilities.
VIOLENCE ERUPTED
The death of CJNG leader El Mencho by security forces in February 2026 created a significant vacuum in the cartel and led to an outbreak of violence. Following El Mencho's death, many high-ranking commanders' names have been mentioned for new leadership within the organization, with El Yogurt's name frequently coming up. However, official authorities have not announced a clear leadership change within CJNG; security experts warn that the organization's fragmentation and competitive dynamics may increase.