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Miguel Ángel Solano Ruiz arrested in Jalisco for fuel smuggling
Miguel Ángel Solano Ruiz, a retired Navy Lieutenant known as ‘Capitán Sol’, was arrested in Zapopan, Jalisco, during a coordinated operation by the Mexican Navy (Semar), the Attorney General's Office (FGR), and the Secretariat of Security and Citizen Protection (SSPC). He is identified as a key figure in a fuel smuggling network, referred to as ‘huachicol fiscal’, and is considered the last member of the ‘Los Primos’ criminal organization to be detained.
Authorities allege that Solano Ruiz facilitated the illegal entry of fuel by coordinating the landing of at least 31 vessels at customs in Altamira, Tampico, and Guaymas. The investigation suggests the group used fraudulent documentation and permits to evade taxes, potentially causing billions of pesos in losses to the state. Solano Ruiz is linked to Fernando and Manuel Roberto Farías Laguna, who are also under investigation for organized crime and money laundering.
Following his arrest, Solano Ruiz was transferred to the Altiplano maximum-security prison in the State of Mexico. The investigation, which spanned approximately 300 days, included tracking international movements in France, Greece, Monaco, and Spain.
Entities
Fernando Farías Laguna · Fiscalía General de la República · Manuel Roberto Farías Laguna · Miguel Ángel Solano Ruiz · Rafael Ojeda Durán · Secretaría de Marina · Zapopan
Claims
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- [● 9 SOURCES] The Farías Laguna brothers, political nephews of former Navy Secretary Rafael Ojeda Durán, are identified as alleged leaders of the smuggling organization. cybermexico.mx · codigoqro.mx · www.elbuentono.com.mx · udgtv.com · reflectores.mx · +1 more
- [● 12 SOURCES] Miguel Ángel Solano Ruiz is alleged to be an operator in a network involved in fuel smuggling through maritime customs. periodicolaredaccion.com · cybermexico.mx · elresumen.net · codigoqro.mx · www.elbuentono.com.mx · +2 more
- [● 17 SOURCES] Miguel Ángel “N”, alias “Capitán Sol”, was detained in Zapopan, Jalisco. periodicolaredaccion.com · cybermexico.mx · elresumen.net · codigoqro.mx · www.elbuentono.com.mx · +8 more
- [● 5 SOURCES] The suspect allegedly managed logistics in the customs of Altamira, Tampico, and Guaymas. periodicolaredaccion.com · www.yucatan.com.mx
- [● 2 SOURCES] A protected witness known as “Santo” testified that Solano Ruiz served as a link for the organization. lucesdelsiglo.com
- [● 7 SOURCES] Solano Ruiz allegedly acted as an intermediary for Manuel Roberto and Fernando Farías Laguna. lucesdelsiglo.com · periodicolaredaccion.com · cybermexico.mx · lineapolitica.com · www.elbuentono.com.mx · +1 more
- [● 7 SOURCES] The investigation into the smuggling ring included tracking movements in France, Greece, Monaco, and Spain. cybermexico.mx · www.elbuentono.com.mx · www.hoytamaulipas.net · pulsosur.com · formato7.com · +2 more
- [● 19 SOURCES] Solano Ruiz was wanted under an arrest warrant for suspected involvement in organized crime related to hydrocarbons. cybermexico.mx · elresumen.net · periodicolaredaccion.com · codigoqro.mx · www.elbuentono.com.mx · +10 more
- [● 9 SOURCES] Solano Ruiz allegedly coordinated the landing of at least 31 vessels loaded with fuel at various Mexican customs. elresumen.net · lanigua.com.mx · www.elbuentono.com.mx · www.elfinanciero.com.mx · www.bcreporteros.com · +2 more
- [○ 1 SOURCE] The UIF reported that Solano Ruiz received at least 79 deposits totaling approximately 5 million pesos between June 2020 and December 2024. www.yucatan.com.mx
- [● 18 SOURCES] Miguel Ángel Solano Ruiz was arrested in Zapopan, Jalisco. cybermexico.mx · elresumen.net · lanigua.com.mx · periodicolaredaccion.com · codigoqro.mx · +9 more
- [● 19 SOURCES] The arrest of Miguel Ángel Solano Ruiz was a coordinated operation between Semar, FGR, and SSPC. cybermexico.mx · elresumen.net · lanigua.com.mx · periodicolaredaccion.com · codigoqro.mx · +10 more