They seize 427 kilos of cocaine in a small plane and 200 more in suitcases

The authorities demonstrated that the drug "express service" does not always reach its destination.

Publicado 6 julio, 2025 el 6 de julio a las 08:24 | 2 mins reading |2,436 vistas | por Sofía Ramírez

The drug trafficker continues to believe that clandestine tracks are “uber eats” for drugs

In one more episode of “Narcos don’t learn”, federal forces intercepted a small plane loaded with 427 kilos of cocaine on a clandestine airstrip in Tecomán, Colima. Because, of course, what better way to transport drugs than on a plane that looks like something out of an airport toy? The aircraft, a Cessna (yes, those they use for tourist trips), was so full of packages that one would think it was an Amazon Prime delivery man… but with worse consequences if they catch you.

The three detainees (pilot, co-pilot and the “watchman” of the track) will now have plenty of time to reflect on their decisions. They probably thought: “No one will notice a plane landing in the middle of nowhere.” Spoiler: yes they noticed it. The shipment, valued at 96 million pesos, originated in El Salvador, because organized crime loves tariff-free imports.

And if that were not enough, the Ensenada customs also said “no thanks”

Meanwhile, in Baja California, another group of drug trafficking “entrepreneurs” tried to sneak 200 kilos of cocaine into four suitcases. Four suitcases for 200 kilos? That’s like trying to fit an elephant into a Smart. The detection dog (the real hero of this story) smelled the problem before it became bigger. The value of this stash: 48 million pesos, enough to buy a couple of private islands… or pay many lawyers.

The authorities, in a rare moment of exemplary coordination, secured everything: drugs, small plane, suitcases and, most importantly, the hope that one day these operations will not be necessary. But as long as there are those who believe that it is a good idea to put cocaine on a plane or in dubious-looking suitcases, we will continue to have material for these articles.

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Lists the indigenous rights law; national consultation begins

The law for indigenous and Afro-Mexican peoples begins consultation in 16 thousand communities.

Publicado 10 minutes ago el 29 de junio a las 15:02 | 2 mins reading

President Claudia Sheinbaum reported that the proposal for the General Law on the Rights of Indigenous and Afro-Mexican Peoples is now ready. Your consultation starts this Monday and will last until October.

“The Law must be consulted to comply with the Constitution. They have been working for a year and a half and it is ready,” he said from the National Palace together with the National Council of Indigenous Peoples.

Query details

Luisa María Alcalde, legal advisor to the Presidency, explained that the proposal will be analyzed by 16,728 communities. It seeks to benefit 25.8 million indigenous and Afro-Mexican people.

The process has five stages:

From July 1 to August 6: information campaign.
From August 7 to September 13: community deliberation through 82 assemblies and seven work tables.
From September 21 to October 11: adjustments to the initiative based on the proposals received.
October 12: presentation to the Chamber of Deputies.

Adelfo Regino Montes, director of INPI, pointed out that the project contains eight books and a transitional regime. 148 meetings were held with 35 federal agencies, and the Supreme Court was consulted on indigenous justice matters.

The call is jointly between the INPI, the Ministry of the Interior and the Legal Department of the federal Executive.

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Memo Garza suffers an attempted assault on the Puebla-Tehuacán highway

The Mexican regional singer reported an armed attack against his team; There are two minor injuries.

Publicado 52 minutes ago el 29 de junio a las 14:20 | 2 mins reading

Armed road attack

Singer Memo Garza reported that his team was the victim of an attempted assault in the early morning of June 28. They were traveling on the Puebla-Tehuacán highway, near the Xonacatepec bridge, when an armed group intercepted them and fired shots.

According to a statement released on social networks, the artist and his team were returning from a presentation in Tlaxcala. The vehicle was hit several times by bullets and two members were injured, although not seriously.

“We will be communicating in a timely manner any update on his health status and the development of the situation,” the group said.

As a consequence, Garza canceled the concert he had scheduled for this Sunday. The new date has not been detailed.

Singer’s career

Originally from Cadereyta, Nuevo León, Memo Garza gained popularity as the vocalist of La Adictiva, a group he joined in 2014 and where he remained for nearly a decade. With her he performed songs such as “After you, who?”, “El viejón”, “Te will tell you”, “Escondidos” and “En danger of extinction”, which helped position the group in the Mexican regional.

In 2023 he began his career as a soloist, with songs such as “Retornable”, “Chulada”, “Officialmente”, “Tu Trauma” and “Mándame la Ubi”. His musical project continues in development.

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They demand location of two CFE workers in Hidalgo

Two CFE employees disappeared in Acaxochitlán; Family members protest lack of attention.

Publicado 4 hours ago el 29 de junio a las 10:14 | 2 mins reading

They demand actions for the disappearance of CFE employees

PACHUCA, Hgo.— Relatives and colleagues of two workers from the Federal Electricity Commission (CFE) demand that the authorities locate them. Adolfo López Saldaña, 40, and Marco Antonio Sarmiento García, 60, were last seen on February 26 in the municipality of Acaxochitlán, Hidalgo.

They were going to carry out work in Huauchinango, Puebla. During the transfer all contact was lost. Given this, his relatives went to the representation of the Attorney General’s Office of the State of Hidalgo (PGJEH) in Tulancingo to report the alleged forced disappearance.

They initially filed the complaint with the Attorney General’s Office (FGR), but they claim that they did not receive timely attention, so they turned to the state authorities. After that, search cards were issued. The last registration of the van in which they were traveling was in Acaxochitlán. Later, the unit was found without license plates and without the CFE logos.

His whereabouts are unknown at this time. Yesterday, Saturday, relatives held a demonstration to demand immediate action.

The CFE issued a statement:

“We have a commitment to our workers: we will fully monitor this event, endorsing our responsibility with the integrity of those who make up and are the driving force of the Federal Electricity Commission.”

The company indicated that it collaborates with the authorities and maintains communication with the families. The investigation folder was registered with the number FED/HGO/TULB/00002547/2026 for the crime of forced disappearance. Central offices also requested information for follow-up.