**Primary Article: Attempt on “La Flaca” from CJNG in Querétaro**
A violent attack in Querétaro has left ten people dead and thirteen injured. The shocking incident occurred on November 9, 2024, at the Los Cantaritos bar, nestled on Avenida Circunvalación in the San Javier neighborhood of Querétaro’s historic center.
The intended target of the assault was allegedly Fernando González Núñez, known as “La Flaca,” a suspected member of the Jalisco New Generation Cartel (CJNG). Reports indicate that this was not a random act, but rather a deliberate attack carried out by the rival Santa Rosa de Lima Cartel.
According to official statements, Jesús Montenegro, another individual killed in the attack, was believed to be associated with González Núñez, adding layers to the CJNG affiliation.
In a detailed briefing, Omar Hamid García Harfuch, head of the Secretariat of Security and Citizen Protection (SSPC), revealed on November 12, 2024, that this tragic event was rooted in the ongoing turf war between the CJNG and the Santa Rosa de Lima Cartel, primarily over the control of territories in neighboring Guanajuato.
The attack unfolded with chilling precision: three individuals arrived in a gray pickup truck, one of whom asked a valet parking attendant for someone named Fernando before all descended from the vehicle to open fire on a table of patrons. The attack resulted in ten fatalities and numerous injuries before the assailants fled, leaving the pickup later found burnt out.
Garcia Harfuch confirmed the detention of one suspect linked to the massacre and noted that the Querétaro State Prosecutor’s Office is actively pursuing the investigation, with support from national security agencies. The grim event at Los Cantaritos follows similar acts of violence, dating back to another deadly event on November 7, where three people were killed in a restaurant.
**Secondary Article: Rising Violence Amid Cartel Conflicts in Mexico**
This recent attack highlights a disturbing trend of increasing violence associated with cartel conflicts in Mexico. Across the nation, especially in regions like Guanajuato and Querétaro, the lethal rivalry between drug cartels like the CJNG and Santa Rosa de Lima is escalating, leading to numerous clashes that often result in civilian casualties.
Authorities have been engaged in intensive operations to curb cartel influence, but the intricate network of criminal activities makes it a daunting challenge. As these groups vie for dominance in lucrative territories, particularly for drug trafficking routes, the violence has seeped into once-peaceful communities, unsettling both local populations and government officials.
With national elections looming, security has become a central theme, with leaders promising to intensify efforts to dismantle these criminal networks. However, local communities remain skeptical, as many have witnessed repeated cycles of promises and violence.
The devastating attack in Querétaro serves as a grim reminder of the urgency to address this issue comprehensively, ensuring safety and stability for affected regions and beyond.
Stay updated with TJGringo.com as we continue to bring you developments on this critical issue.