Jalisco cartel boss Audias Flores Silva was arrested in an operation by Mexican Navy special forces based on information provided by U.S. agencies.
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Updated on: May 15, 2026 / 6:30 AM EDT / CBS/AP
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A U.S. federal grand jury on Thursday expanded the charges against the second-in-command of Mexico's Jalisco New Generation Cartel, accusing him of methamphetamine trafficking and conspiracy to launder money.
Audias Flores Silva was a key player in the Jalisco New Generation Cartel, whose top leader was killed two months ago.
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