After the killing of Nemesio Oseguera Cervantes aka El Mencho, the leader of the Jalisco New Generation Cartel, the focus has now centered on Juan Carlos Valencia González aka ‘Pelon’ – the rumoured successor of El Mencho. Juan Carlos Valencia González is now likely to takeover the $20 billion criminal empire. Who is Juan Carlos Valencia González? Juan Carlos Valencia González is one of the leaders of Cartel de Jalisco Nueva Generacion (CJNG). US offers $5 million reward for info on Juan Carlos The US Department of State offers a reward of up to $5 million for information leading to the arrest and/or conviction of Juan Carlos Valencia González.

Source: Mint February 25, 2026 20:16 UTC