A day of terror after the killing of Mexican cartel boss El Mencho - Los Angeles Times
Los Angeles Times
by Keegan HamiltonMarch 6, 2026
The killing of the drug lord known as "El Mencho" triggered retaliatory attacks throughout Mexico. In Etzatlán, dozens of cars and several buildings were burned, leaving residents of the normally tranquil town in shock and seeking answers.
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Originally published on Los Angeles Times on 3/6/2026