Founding Member of Los Zetas “Z-18” Arrested in Puebla

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. The alleged drug dealer is one of the most wanted criminals by the Attorney General in the state of Jalisco.

According to information obtained from unofficial sources, the arrest of “Z-18” happened around noon this past Friday in the Plaza Las Fuentes hotel, located on Hermanos Serdán Boulevard. The warrant was issued for involvement in the business of kidnapping

The narcotrafficker is considered one of the most sought after criminals by the PGR in the state of Jalisco.

Gonzalo Ceresano Escribano, was originally a member of the Mexican armed forces since 9/1/92.

On May 1rst, 1999, he was dishonorably discharged for desertion, according to the files from the Secretary of National Defense.

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