**Ongoing Custody of Clandestine Drug Lab Found in Ejido Ignacio Zaragoza, Ensenada**
The Mexican Army is maintaining security over a clandestine lab discovered on November 4th in Ensenada, located near the border of Valle de Guadalupe and Tecate, within the Ejido Ignacio Zaragoza. This lab, according to the Federal Prosecutor’s Office, was utilized for producing synthetic drugs and is linked to the criminal organization known as “Los Lara,” which collaborates with a cell of the Jalisco New Generation Cartel for drug trafficking activities.
The discovery was made following an operation by the Mexican Army which involved ground reconnaissance and aerial surveillance. The raid resulted in the confiscation of approximately 7,320 liters and 2,400 kilograms of unidentified chemicals, along with various equipment including seven reactors, seven condensers, two centrifuges, and 15 gas L.P. tanks, all intended for drug production.
The confiscated materials have been handed over to the Federal Prosecutor’s Office in Ensenada for further investigation. At this point, there have been no arrests related to this illicit operation.
**Secondary Article**
**Continued Drug Operations in Ensenada Leading to Increased Security Measures**
Drug-related activities have been escalating in Ensenada as authorities face the challenge of controlling the operations of cartels in the region. The recent discovery of a large-scale synthetic drug lab in the Ejido Ignacio Zaragoza highlights the extent of cartel influence and the ongoing efforts required from local and national authorities to combat it. With the involvement of groups like “Los Lara,” linked to the notorious Jalisco New Generation Cartel, the situation demands a concerted effort in law enforcement to dismantle such networks.
In response to these growing threats, security operations have been intensified across Baja California, with the government enacting more stringent measures to prevent the spread and influence of organized crime. Collaborative efforts between local police, federal authorities, and military forces have become crucial in maintaining law and order and ensuring public safety in the region.