Héctor Melesio Cuén Ojeda
Héctor Melesio Cuén Ojeda was a prominent figure in Mexican law enforcement and the police chief of Sinaloa, known for his involvement in efforts to combat drug trafficking in the region. Tragically, he was assassinated on July 25, 2024, during a violent incident linked to the ongoing power struggles within drug cartels, particularly the Sinaloa Cartel. His death highlighted the significant risks faced by law enforcement officials in Mexico amidst the country's ongoing battle against organized crime.
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Héctor Melesio Cuén Ojeda was a political rival of Rubén Rocha Moya and was killed in a related operation.
Trump: 365 días de asedio a México y el porqué de una intervención
Mexico· 2026-01-23
Héctor Melesio Cuén Ojeda was an elected deputy and former rector of the Universidad Autónoma de Sinaloa who was murdered under mysterious circumstances.
Héctor Cuén, un año de misterio e impunidadMexico· 2025-07-26
Héctor Cuén Ojeda was the victim of a murder investigation that revealed significant irregularities.
Exfiscal de Sinaloa desaparece tras pifias en la investigación del asesinato de Héctor CuénMexico· 2025-07-26
Héctor Melesio Cuén Ojeda was reportedly murdered on the same day as the kidnapping of Ismael Zambada García.
A un año de la caída de “El Mayo”, FGR aún espera informeMexico· 2025-07-25
