Authorities recommend travelers avoid unnecessary travel to Tamaulipas and stay informed about the security situation in the area. The extradition of Miguel Ángel Treviño Morales occurs in a context of political pressure from the Donald Trump administration against Mexico, aimed at curbing the trafficking of fentanyl to the U.S. The leader of the Zetas was extradited despite his lawyer, Juan Manuel Delgado, denying that his client was sent to the United States.
Miguel Ángel Treviño Morales has been in preventive prison without conviction for 11 years. On February 27, 2025, the extradition of the brothers and leaders of Los Zetas, Miguel Ángel Treviño Morales, alias “Z40,” and Alejandro Omar Treviño Morales, alias “Z42,” from Mexico to the United States was confirmed, according to the Webb County Sheriff's Office. The extradition of these kingpins, leaders of the dangerous criminal cell Los Zetas, occurs amidst intense political pressure from the United States.
The extradition of Miguel Ángel Treviño Morales and Óscar Omar Treviño Morales, leaders of the Los Zetas Cartel, has raised concerns about possible violent reprisals in Mexico, especially in Nuevo Laredo and Tamaulipas. The criminal group is known for its extreme violence following the capture of its leaders. His lawyer clarified that the evidence and testimonies have shown that Treviño's physical characteristics do not match those of the wanted “Z40,” and the FGR has acknowledged the identity confusion.
Regarding his extradition, Delgado stated that there was no ongoing process. In this case, there is no verdict or formal extradition order, and there are two amparo trials that hindered his exile. The Webb County Sheriff's Office in Texas issued an alert for those planning to visit the border region, urging citizens to take extra precautions. Sheriff Martin Cuéllar assured that they are reinforcing border security with technology and trained personnel to prevent violence from spilling over into the United States.
