A Cuban national was apprehended alongside four Colombians and four others during a law enforcement operation in Rosario, situated in the southern part of Sinaloa, Mexico. Authorities seized nine AK-47 rifles, over 2,600 rounds of ammunition, and approximately five kilograms of suspected marijuana, as reported by El Heraldo de México.
The arrest took place in the Agua Verde community during a coordinated effort by the Sinaloa Special Operations Group (GOES) and the Mexican Army. Officers identified armed civilians at a property while conducting reconnaissance and surveillance activities.
In total, nine individuals were taken into custody, including four Colombians, one Cuban, and two females, one of whom is a minor. The authorities have not disclosed the identity, age, or nationality of the other detainees.
The confiscated arsenal featured nine AK-47 rifles chambered in 7.62×39 mm, 54 magazines, and 2,620 rounds of usable ammunition, in addition to nine tactical vests and 10 ballistic plates.
The detainees, along with the seized items, are now under the jurisdiction of the Public Ministry of the Federal Attorney General's Office (FGR), which will determine their legal status and investigate the source of the weapons.
Currently, authorities have not confirmed if the location served as a safe house or linked the detainees to any criminal organizations publicly.
This arrest adds to a series of incidents involving Cuban nationals in Mexico this year.
In January, a Cuban individual was arrested in Cancún, accused by authorities of having ties to a criminal network.
In June, seven Cubans were detained in Holbox during an operation that led to the seizure of a significant drug shipment.
Another incident occurred in April in Mexico City, where a Cuban was captured, alleged to be the leader of a criminal network.
The FGR's ongoing investigation will aim to clarify the Cuban national's role within the group and whether the nine detainees are connected to any criminal organizations operating in Sinaloa.
Key Details Regarding the Sinaloa Arrests
What items were seized during the operation in Sinaloa?
Authorities confiscated nine AK-47 rifles, over 2,600 rounds of ammunition, nine tactical vests, 10 ballistic plates, and approximately five kilograms of suspected marijuana.
How many individuals were arrested in the Sinaloa operation?
A total of nine individuals were arrested, including four Colombians, one Cuban, and two females, one of whom is a minor.
Is there a connection between the detainees and criminal organizations?
As of now, authorities have not publicly linked the detainees to any criminal organizations, and the investigation aims to determine such connections.