El Blog del Narco
Blog del Narco has emerged as the premiere source for Mexico’s Narco News with about 3 million unique visits per month. Mexico has become one of the most dangerous countries in the world for freedom of the press. Many reporters have been executed or kidnapped. For his own safety, the author of Blog del Narco has maintained his/her anonymity by only letting two people (whom are very close to him) know his identity. It is a source of great curiosity how Narco Blog gets the stories and the pictures often well before traditional outlets.
The Blog has been recognized by CNN, Univision, LaJornada, Milenio.com to mention only a few.
"We decided to tell people what is actually happening and tell the stories exactly as they happen, without alteration or modifications of convenience," its author tells Boing Boing. "The main goal of the blog is to help Mexican people to take all necessary measures against the insecurity."
Blog Entries by El Blog del Narco
NARCO BLOG: “The Professor” of the Zeta Cartel arrested in Hidalgo (VIDEO)
December 2, 2010 | by El Blog del Narco | El Blog del Narco
Eduardo Ramírez Valencia, alias “The Professor” was arrested on Wednesday along with an alleged accomplice. Fedds hope this arrest will cripple the Zetas in Hidalgo - about 100 miles north of Mexico City. continue reading »
Narco Blogger’s After-Math Images from Mexican Military Assault on Suspected Criminals (WARNING)
November 30, 2010 | by El Blog del Narco | Latino Daily News
The Narco Blogger has obtained several images from a fierce military operation in Nuevo Leon, Mexico. All killed are not identified nor is the military operation known. continue reading »
Major ‘Killing Force’ and Gang Leader Arrested in Ciudad Juarez
November 28, 2010 | by El Blog del Narco | El Blog del Narco
The Federal Police arrested Arturo Gallegos Castrellón, alias "the Farmero", the alleged gang leader of the Aztecs and one of the key assassins operating in Ciudad Juarez. He is believed to be responsible for the deaths of 14 young people in Villas de Salvarcar and for killing five federal agents, amongst other things. continue reading »
Another Grenade Attack in Monterrey (VIDEO)
November 28, 2010 | by El Blog del Narco | El Blog del Narco
Shortly after 19:00 hours on Saturday, C5 facilities in Monterrey were attacked once again, when a grenade was tossed at the judicial building. An armed commando in a luxury black SUV, was observed arriving on the scene located on National Highway and threw the explosive. continue reading »
Assasins Killed in Tamaulipas (WARNING: Graphic Content)
November 27, 2010 | by El Blog del Narco | El Blog del Narco
Blog del Narco received photos of several unidentified men found assassinated in the town of Miguel Alma in the state of Tamaulipas. The bodies were tied to a pick up truck and appear to be beaten. Some of the victims were wearing military type clothing continue reading »
More Ranchers Forced Off their Property in Tamaulipas By Gangs (VIDEO)
November 25, 2010 | by El Blog del Narco | El Blog del Narco
Ranchers are being forced to abandon their farms in fear of being Drug Cartels next victim. They do not want to suffer the same fate as Alejo Garza Tamez, Who died last November 13th when he was forced to surrender his ranch to the armed bandits. continue reading »
Federal Agents Suspected in Robbing Town Locals While Celebrating MX Revolution Anniversary
November 24, 2010 | by El Blog del Narco | El Blog del Narco
There is great indignation and anger in Arteaga, Michoacan from officials and residents after what happened to the town as it was celebrating the 100th anniversary of the Mexican Revolution. continue reading »
Ranch Owner Given 24 hours to Surrender Home or Face Consequences, Kills 4 Gunmen Before He Dies
November 23, 2010 | by El Blog del Narco | El Blog del Narco
77-year-old Don Alejo Garza Tamez barricaded himself in his ranch and refused to surrender his home to the armed gunman who demanded it on November 13. When police arrived on the scene they found a house destroyed by gunfire and grenades. continue reading »
Former Director of Civil Protection Murdered in Sinaloa
November 22, 2010 | by El Blog del Narco | El Blog del Narco
Cirilo Martinez Garcia, got out of his vehicle to buy cigarettes in a store, when he was intercepted by an armed group and murdered. Garcia left his job 3 years ago as the Director of Civil Protection in area of Navolato, Sinaloa . continue reading »
Narco Blogger Reports:Mexico Auctions Off Narco-Bling and Raises 6.5 Million
November 21, 2010 | by El Blog del Narco | Latino Daily News
Jewelry, trucks, aircraft and wines seized from Drug Lords were auctioned by the Government of Mexico and raised 6.4 million after two days. Friday, the Department of Administration and Disposal of Assets (SAE) confirmed continue reading »
33 Police Arrested for Working to Aid Drug Traffickers
November 21, 2010 | by El Blog del Narco | El Blog del Narco
Thirty-three municipal police officers, 14 in Aguascalientes, and 19 in Chiapas, were arrested yesterday by ministerial officials and state and Army soldiers for their alleged links with organized crime groups. continue reading »
Founding Member of Los Zetas “Z-18” Arrested in Puebla
November 21, 2010 | by El Blog del Narco | El Blog del Narco
The Attorney General for the Republic (PGR) confirmed that Gonzalo Ceresano Escribano, alias “Z-18” and/or “El Cuije”, was detained in Puebla . He is considered to be one of the founding members of “Los Zetas” and boss of the plaza in Puebla. continue reading »
Hundreds of Teachers in Chihuahua are Threatened by Organized Crime Extorting their Paychecks
November 21, 2010 | by El Blog del Narco | El Blog del Narco
Hundreds of teachers in the state of Chihuahua have been harassed by criminals who are asking 50 percent of their bonus, or otherwise threaten to harm them, their family or their pupils. continue reading »
Gabriel Garcia Carballo, Known as the Arab leader of Los Zetas In Tabasco Was Killed in a Shootout
November 20, 2010 | by El Blog del Narco | El Blog del Narco
The Tabasco State Police on Friday tried to capture Gabriel Garcia Carballo. He is known as the Arab leader of Los Zetas In that area and was killed in the clash. continue reading »
Investigation confirmed for alleged links with drug traffickers to Los Tucanes de Tijuana
November 19, 2010 | by El Blog del Narco | El Blog del Narco
The Mexican Secretary of Public Safety, Leyzaola Julian Perez, confirmed a criminal investigation against members of Los Tucanes de Tijuana and their Representative, Mario Quintero, into alleged continue reading »
