The detention of Luis 'N', alias 'El Conejo', leader of the criminal group 'Los 300', has uncovered possible links with local officials in the State of Mexico. This relationship with local authorities suggests that the criminal organization may have received protection at different levels of government, adding a layer of complexity to the case.
Following the capture of Luis 'N', an attempted demonstration by around 200 people, aboard motorcycles and vehicles, aiming to demand the release of the detainee, was halted by police forces at the intersection of Central Avenue. This caused heavy traffic congestion in the vicinity of the Bosque de San Juan de Aragón.
'Los 300', also known as 'Unión 300', primarily operate in the eastern area of the State of Mexico, including municipalities such as Ecatepec and Cuautitlán. Luis 'N' was considered a high-priority target for authorities due to his alleged involvement in a series of serious crimes.
The modus operandi of this organization is characterized by intimidation and the use of violence to obtain illicit gains. Additionally, they are charged with crimes such as homicide, extortion, violent robbery, dispossession, property damage, and complicity in the evasion of detained criminals.
The demonstrations organized by 'Los 300', which often involved thousands of supporters, aimed to generate chaos and ensure impunity for their members. The mexiquense Prosecutor's Office is investigating the possible links of 'El Conejo' with current and past municipal authorities, especially in Ecatepec and Cuautitlán, which may have facilitated the commission of their crimes.
The joint operation that led to the capture of Luis 'N' was carried out on Sunday, March 9, by the General Attorney's Office of the State of Mexico, the National Defense Secretariat (Sedena), the National Guard, and the General Attorney's Office of Veracruz. Through blockades and demonstrations on avenues and highways, 'Los 300' pressured the authorities and diverted attention from their criminal activities.
