Edwin Rivera Padilla

Edwin Rivera Padilla, known as El Barbas, is a notorious figure in organized crime, serving as a regional leader of the Jalisco New Generation Cartel (CJNG) in Mexico. He rose to prominence through a history of violence and betrayal, having transitioned from a chauffeur for the Michoacán Family to a feared hitman and cartel boss. His influence extends deeply into the local economy of Zitácuaro, where he imposes quotas on businesses and controls public works. Recently, he orchestrated a violent response to a law enforcement operation, resulting in significant chaos and loss of life in the city.