Mother, Brother of Ex-CJNG Leader Killed in Tecate
CJNG Leader’s Relatives Killed in Baja California Ambush
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TECATE,Baja California – The mother and brother of a suspected Jalisco New Generation Cartel (CJNG) leader where killed in an attack Sunday morning in Tecate,Baja California,according to authorities.
The shooting occurred around 9:30 a.m. on the Tecate-El Hongo free road, near Rancho Ojai, officials said.
Details of the Attack
According to Zeta Weekly, citing witnesses, armed individuals in a truck and another vehicle pursued a car carrying two adults and a minor. The family was traveling in a black Chevrolet Equinox when the attackers opened fire, causing the vehicle to overturn.
The attackers then descended from their vehicles and continued shooting, zeta Weekly reported. The Equinox sustained more than 15 bullet impacts, .223 caliber, to the chest, roof, and sides. The two adults died at the scene.
A 17-year-old was transported to a hospital with multiple gunshot wounds, authorities said.
Civil Protection officials temporarily closed the area to ensure public safety and advised travelers to avoid the route.
Victims Linked to CJNG Leader
The victims are believed to be the mother and brother of Ismael Gómez Sierra, also known as “El Chiquilín” or “The Commander,” a former municipal police officer and alleged CJNG leader in Tecate.
Background of ‘El Chiquilín’
Gómez Sierra was found dead Jan. 2, 2025, in his cell at the El Hongo prison. He had been arrested in Ensenada in July 2020.
authorities accused Gómez Sierra of leading CJNG operations involving drug trafficking,fuel theft,and human and narcotics smuggling to the United States. He was also accused of paying bribes to police since 2009.
Gómez Sierra had previously served time in El Hongo prison for health-related crimes and organized crime but was released in 2018 before rejoining the CJNG.
He was also linked to the 2021 murder of Alfonso Zacarías Rodríguez, a former Tecate city councilman and president of the Security commission.
CJNG Leader’s Relatives Killed in Baja California ambush: Your Questions Answered
This article provides a thorough overview of the recent attack in Tecate, Baja California, where the mother and brother of a man alleged to be a CJNG leader were killed. We’ll explore the details of the incident, the victims, and the background of “El Chiquilín,” also known as Ismael Gómez Sierra. This information is based solely on the provided news reports.
What Happened in the Tecate Ambush?
On a Sunday morning in Tecate, Baja California, an attack resulted in the deaths of two individuals and the injury of another. According to authorities, the shooting occurred around 9:30 a.m. on the Tecate-El Hongo free road, near Rancho ojai.
How Did the Attack Unfold?
According to Zeta Weekly, witnesses reported that armed individuals in a truck and another vehicle pursued a black Chevrolet Equinox carrying two adults and a minor. The attackers opened fire on the Equinox,causing it to overturn. The attackers then exited their vehicles and continued shooting. the Equinox sustained more than 15 bullet impacts to the chest,roof,and sides. The two adults died at the scene. A 17-year-old was transported to a hospital with multiple gunshot wounds.
Who Were the Victims?
The article states that the victims are believed to be the mother and brother of Ismael Gómez Sierra, also known as “El Chiquilín” or “The Commander.”
Who is “El Chiquilín”?
“El Chiquilín” is alleged to be a former CJNG (Jalisco New Generation Cartel) leader in Tecate. he was also a former municipal police officer. He was found dead in his cell at El Hongo prison on January 2, 2025.
What was ‘El Chiquilín’ Involved In?
Authorities accused Gómez Sierra of leading CJNG operations involving drug trafficking, fuel theft, and human and narcotics smuggling to the United States. He was also accused of paying bribes to police since 2009. He had previously served time in El Hongo prison for health-related crimes and organized crime but was released in 2018 before rejoining the CJNG. He was also linked to the 2021 murder of Alfonso Zacarías Rodríguez, a former Tecate city councilman and president of the Security commission.
Where Did the Attack Take Place?
The attack occurred on the Tecate-El hongo free road, near Rancho Ojai, in Baja California.
Why was the Area Closed?
Civil Protection officials temporarily closed the area to ensure public safety and advised travelers to avoid the route following the incident.