The Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) has intensified its nationwide efforts to dismantle the Cartel Jalisco New Generation (CJNG), a drug trafficking organization that has expanded its operations across the United States. This marked operation in Atlanta was part of a broader strategy to disrupt the cartels’ supply chains and reduce the flow of narcotics into the country.
According to officials, the seizure of over 1,00, pounds of methamphetamine represents a significant blow to the cartel’s distribution network. The five individuals arrested were found to be engaged in illegal immigration activities, with some suspected of facilitating the movement of illegal immigrants across the U.S.-Mexico border.
The DEA’s focus on the CJNG comes amid growing concerns about the cartel’s increasing influence in U.S. communities. Law enforcement agencies have reported a rise in cartel-related violence and drug-related crimes. This operation is seen as a critical step in the ongoing battle against drug trafficking, highlighting the DEA’s commitment to addressing these issues at the local and national levels.