Nemesio Oseguera Cervantes, infamously known as El Mencho, met his end in a high-stakes operation by Mexican special forces at a remote resort in Jalisco. The raid, confirmed by officials on Tuesday, ended the reign of one of Mexico's most feared cartel leaders. Oseguera, 59, was gravely injured during the Feb. 22 gunfight and succumbed to his wounds while being transported to a hospital in Mexico City. This marked the culmination of an extensive manhunt, spotlighted by a staggering $15 million bounty for his capture, due to his massive role in trafficking fentanyl and methamphetamine to the U.S.
In the aftermath, social media platforms ignited with speculation, suggesting that Oseguera's downfall was linked to María Julissa, a popular Mexican influencer and OnlyFans content creator. The rumors alleged that she either betrayed him or inadvertently disclosed his location. However, these claims quickly unravel as mere fabrications, fueled by AI-generated images and misleading posts. María Julissa has publicly denounced these rumors as "totally false," emphasizing her fear over the misleading narratives.
“The rumors linking me to El Mencho's capture are completely untrue and dangerous,” María Julissa stated, trying to quell the misinformation storm.
Official reports, backed by Mexican authorities and U.S. intelligence, make no mention of María Julissa. They confirm that Oseguera was tracked through a romantic partner, who remains unnamed in the official accounts. The viral claims seem to have stemmed from a misunderstood Telemundo report, further muddled by a separate incident involving another OnlyFans model with alleged cartel ties. The confusion underscores the volatile mix of online speculation and criminal intrigue.
Experts have long noted the perilous vulnerabilities that personal relationships pose for cartel bosses. The 2016 capture of Joaquín “El Chapo” Guzmán through his mistress is just one such example. The recent turmoil following Oseguera's demise, with retaliatory violence erupting across Mexico, continues to highlight the formidable challenges authorities face in dismantling entrenched criminal networks. As for Julissa, her firm denial seeks to distance herself from a narrative that has captivated and confused the digital world.