# Mexican law enforcement operations against crime

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/mexican-law-enforcement-operations-against-crime
> Updated: 2026-10-12T18:51:05.000Z. Sources: 344. Developments: 2.

Mexican security forces continue operations targeting organized crime and local criminal activity. Recent actions by the State Civil Guard in the Metropolitan Area and Rioverde resulted in the arrest of eight individuals for suspected robbery and drug offenses, alongside the seizure of a stolen vehicle.

President Claudia Sheinbaum and Security Secretary Omar García Harfuch have reported significant downward trends in violent crime. Security Secretary García Harfuch noted the seizure of 534 tons of drugs between October 2024 and August 2026. Nationwide, the daily average of intentional homicides has seen a substantial reduction; recent reports indicate a 51 percent decrease. Regional improvements remain notable, with San Luis Potosí leading the nation with a 78.6 percent reduction in daily intentional homicides, and Colima reporting an 85 percent decrease in its daily homicide average for September 2026 compared to 2024.

To strengthen the justice system, the federal government is proceeding with plans to construct six new penitentiary centers in Sinaloa, Sonora, Nayarit, Estado de México, Chiapas, and Veracruz, with a planned capacity of 18,480 spaces. Additionally, the administration has announced an 8.4 trillion peso investment plan for public and mixed infrastructure projects during the current term.

## Claims

- Military forces seized over one ton of cocaine hidden in a vehicle in San Luis Río Colorado, Sonora. (disputed by 3 sources)
- Security forces seized 201 kilograms of cocaine in San Luis Río Colorado, Sonora. (disputed by 2 sources)
- IMSS workers are protesting due to medicine shortages and unpaid benefits for pandemic-era staff. (corroborated by 7 sources)
- President Claudia Sheinbaum justified the release of the leader of 'Pueblos Unidos' in Morelos to protect the lives of three detained agents. (corroborated by 6 sources)
- The Security Cabinet reported actions across 12 Mexican states between October 9 and 11, 2026. (corroborated by 5 sources)
- Intentional homicides in Mexico decreased by 52 percent over the last two years. (corroborated by 5 sources)
- High-impact crimes decreased by 36 percent. (corroborated by 5 sources)
- Robberies at Oxxo stores decreased by 15 percent. (corroborated by 5 sources)
- The Mexican government plans an investment of 8.4 trillion pesos over the current sexenio. (corroborated by 5 sources)
- Donald Trump halted a projected commercial agreement due to the rising trade deficit. (corroborated by 5 sources)
- Authorities seized 48 drones, 64 batteries, and tactical equipment in Sinaloa. (corroborated by 4 sources)
- The Mexican Army located and disabled two clandestine camps containing 28 explosive devices in Cotija, Michoacán. (corroborated by 4 sources)

## Timeline

### 2026-10-12: Law enforcement agencies conduct various criminal operations across multiple regions

Police in Spain, Argentina, Chile, Colombia, and the Dominican Republic have conducted multiple operations involving drug seizures, rental scams, and the recovery of stolen property.

204 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/state-civil-guard-arrests-eight-in-mexico-operations

### 2026-10-12: Mexico reports significant homicide reductions and 8.4 trillion peso infrastructure plan

President Claudia Sheinbaum's administration reports a 51% national homicide reduction, 34 new hospitals, and a planned 8.4 trillion peso investment in public works for the current term.

157 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/quertaro-authorities-arrest-six-during-multi-municipality-operation

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