Mexican Authorities Arrest Man Linked to Lime Farmer Extortion, Cartel Recruitment and Explosives Training

At the time of "Llanero’s" arrest, Mexican Security Minister Omar García Harfuch said authorities seized a firearm, tactical gear, drugs, and a vehicle. (Credit: Via @OHarfuch on X)

In a multi-agency operation in the Tierra Caliente region of southwest Michoacán, Security Minister Omar García Harfuch on Monday announced the arrest of Jhon Mario "N," also known as "El Llanero." Authorities said he was linked to the extortion of lime farmers, the recruitment and training of cartel members, and the manufacture of improvised explosive devices.

Mexican media report "Llanero" was born in Colombia and focused his criminal activity on extorting lime producers in Apatzingán and other parts of Tierra Caliente.