Armando Valencia

Armando Valencia

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Armando Valencia was a powerful Mexican drug lord and the uncle of Rosalinda González Valencia. He was a significant figure in the world of organized crime, particularly as a leader in the Sinaloa cartel before his death. His family ties and alliances with other major cartel figures helped shape the landscape of drug trafficking in Mexico. His legacy continues to influence the operations and rivalries among various cartels, including the Jalisco New Generation Cartel, which was founded by Nemesio Oseguera Cervantes, also known as 'El Mencho'.

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Armando Valencia was the leader of the Milenio Cartel, which Rubén Nemesio Oseguera Cervantes joined as a hitman.

¿“El Mencho” fue policía antes de liderar el CJNG por toda Norteamérica?
Prensa Libre – major Guatemalan newspaper, est. 1951·GuatemalaGuatemala· 2026-02-24
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Rosalinda González Valencia is the niece of a powerful gang leader, Armando Valencia.

His cartel, his death, and what happens next – The Irish Times
The Irish Times – major Irish daily, est. 1859·IrelandIreland· 2026-02-23
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