The United States and Canada have issued travel and safety warnings for their citizens in Mexico following the death of cartel leader Nemesio Oseguera Cervantes, known as El Mencho. The Mexican army reported that the 59-year-old Jalisco New Generation Cartel chief was injured in a gunfight with soldiers in Tapalpa and died while being flown to Mexico City. His death triggered violence, road blockades, and flight cancellations across several regions.

According to Agence France-Presse, the US Department of State’s Consular Affairs office advised Americans in Mexico to remain in safe locations due to ongoing security operations, roadblocks, and criminal activity. Canada said it is closely monitoring the situation and urged its citizens to follow local authorities’ guidance. Flights were disrupted in Guadalajara and Puerto Vallarta, with several US and Canadian airlines canceling services.

Airlines including United, American, Southwest, Alaska, Air Canada, and WestJet/Sunwing suspended flights, with some aircraft forced to return mid-route. Carriers plan to send planes to retrieve stranded passengers and crew once conditions stabilize.