Mexican Authorities Arrest Six Alleged Tren de Aragua Members in Mexico City Linked to Extortion and Drug Trafficking

Among those arrested was Lesli Valeri "N," who has been identified as the alleged person responsible for collecting payments tied to sexual exploitation, distributing narcotics and controlling victims, while also serving as a liaison with another local criminal group. (Credit: Via @OHarfuch on X)

In recent months, Mexican authorities have begun uncovering the extent of the Venezuelan-born gang Tren de Aragua's presence in Mexico.

In December of last year, a report by Milenio found that the group's footprint had expanded to at least nine states, with its presence also reported in at least three boroughs of the capital.