NewzOn August 5, 2026, the United States Department of Justice increased the bounty for Juan Carlos Valencia González, also known as “El 03” or “El Pelón,” to 25 million dollars. Valencia is identified as a new leader of the Cártel Jalisco Nueva Generación (CJNG).
The development highlights the ongoing power dynamics within Mexican criminal organizations, specifically drawing comparisons between the leadership of the CJNG and the faction known as Los Chapitos. The increased reward reflects intensified efforts by U.S. authorities to target high-ranking figures within these cartels.
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