In Michoacán, Mexico, one of the most wanted criminals, known as "El Botox" (César Alejandro Arellano Sepúlveda), has been arrested. His capture is the result of a security operation. This criminal leader was linked to recent violent acts in the region, including the murder of citrus leader Bernardo Bravo, which shocked the country. According to documents from the Mexican Ministry of National Defense, leaked by the hacker collective "Colectivo Guacamaya," "El Botox" led the armed faction "Los Blancos de Troya," which was part of the criminal syndicate "Cárteles Unidos." He held significant economic power based on extortion from productive sectors, especially lemon growers. "El Botox" worked closely with other notorious crime leaders, such as "El Coruco" (Nicolás Sierra Santana) and "El Abuelo" (Juan José Farías Álvarez). However, despite their alliance, significant friction existed between them. According to intercepted phone calls, "El Botox" openly challenged "El Coruco's" decisions on lemon prices, insisting on maintaining a price of $4.00 per kilogram to support local producers. Military reports indicate that "El Botox" maintained strict control over various economic activities and territories in the municipalities of Buenavista and Apatzingán. He controlled the sale of poultry, lemons, recyclable materials (iron, copper, aluminum, PET, glass), and cigarettes. It is estimated that up to 20 tons of product were sold daily under his supervision. According to military intelligence, he has seven outstanding arrest warrants: two for homicide, four for aggravated extortion, and one for attempted homicide. The capture of "El Botox" is a significant victory for Mexico's Security Cabinet, as he was identified as a "priority target" and the leader of a criminal cell generating violence in the "Tierra Caliente" region.
Mexican Crime Leader "El Botox" Arrested in Michoacán
Mexican authorities have captured "El Botox," a notorious crime leader in Michoacán known for extortion and ties to cartels. His arrest follows a major security operation.