Sons of Former Mayor Arrested in Midnight Raid as Police Swoop on Mexican Crime Family
Six people were arrested in Taxco, Guerrero, including two sons of former mayor Mario Figueroa Mundo. The arrests were part of a broader crackdown on organized crime in the region.
In a dramatic series of late-night security operations, law enforcement officials have confirmed the arrest of six individuals in the picturesque municipality of Taxco, Guerrero, including two sons of former mayor Mario Figueroa Mundo. The arrests, which took place in the early hours of Saturday, mark the latest chapter in a sprawling investigation that has drawn national attention due to its links to high-profile figures and organized crime.
Authorities swooped into Taxco’s La Garita neighborhood, executing a targeted raid on a residential property that culminated in the apprehension of the suspects. Among those taken into custody was Marco “N,” one of the sons of the former mayor, whose family has found itself entangled in controversy in recent weeks.
A Family Under Scrutiny
The arrests come on the heels of an earlier high-profile incident involving the Figueroa family. Mario "N," another son of the former municipal president, was arrested just days ago in the neighboring state of Morelos. He is currently facing serious accusations of involvement in the forced disappearance of individuals, a charge that has landed him in preventive detention at the Social Reintegration Center (CERESO) in Iguala. A judge recently linked him to the ongoing criminal process, further deepening the cloud of suspicion surrounding the once-influential family.
According to official sources, additional statements from the Guerrero State Attorney General’s Office (FGE) are expected to provide more clarity on this latest wave of arrests. However, the escalating involvement of the Figueroa family in criminal investigations has already sent shockwaves through the region.
The dramatic Saturday morning arrests were part of a broader crackdown by federal and state law enforcement agencies, which have ramped up their presence in Taxco and nearby communities such as Cerro Gordo. Initial reports suggest that another four individuals were also arrested during these raids, including alleged bodyguards associated with the Figueroa family. These individuals are believed to be part of the close inner circle of the former mayor, who himself has been the subject of intense scrutiny for his alleged connections to organized crime.
This crackdown has not only targeted members of the Figueroa family but also broadened its scope to individuals linked to local criminal cells. In particular, law enforcement is focusing on a criminal organization believed to be operating in the region, which reportedly has ties to La Familia Michoacana, a notorious cartel active in Guerrero. The former mayor has long been suspected of having connections to this group, and rumors of an outstanding arrest warrant against him have added fuel to the fire.
Third Son Arrested?
In an intriguing twist, reports are emerging that a third son of the former mayor may also have been taken into custody. Unconfirmed accounts from local sources suggest that he was apprehended during a Friday evening operation in the Cerro Gordo community. If true, this would mean that all three of Figueroa Mundo’s sons are now facing criminal charges, casting a dark shadow over one of Taxco’s most prominent political dynasties.
Eyewitnesses describe a heavy police presence throughout the day, with security forces conducting simultaneous raids in multiple neighborhoods, including Casahuates, Izotes, and Panorámica. Similar operations were carried out in San Gregorio, a community located in the neighboring municipality of Tetipac, an area that has reportedly become a focal point for cartel activities.
As security operations intensified, residents of Taxco reported seeing increased police activity well into the night on Friday. Patrol cars and armed officers were seen combing through both the city center and surrounding rural communities in search of suspects. Many locals expressed unease at the sudden influx of federal and state police forces, which have been actively monitoring the area since late August as part of a larger anti-crime initiative.
The arrest of Marco "N," who is believed to be the youngest of Figueroa Mundo's three sons at 39 years old, was one of the more significant developments in the latest round of raids. Alongside Marco, another man, identified as Cristian, aged around 23, was also detained. The pair were reportedly apprehended during a judicially sanctioned search of a property owned by the Figueroa family in the La Garita neighborhood. This location, situated on the edge of Los Plateros Avenue—one of Taxco’s main thoroughfares—has long been associated with the former mayor’s family.
Political Connections to Organized Crime?
The Figueroa family’s legal troubles, combined with their political connections, have raised broader questions about the extent of organized crime’s influence in Guerrero. Mario Figueroa Mundo served as mayor of Taxco during a period when the region saw rising cartel activity, and his alleged involvement with La Familia Michoacana has only fueled speculation.
While the former mayor has yet to be formally charged, the series of arrests targeting his immediate family and close associates paint a troubling picture. His eldest son, Mario, was arrested earlier in the week, alongside another man known as Jorge, alias “El Maicero.” Both men have been implicated in the forced disappearance of individuals, a crime that has plagued Guerrero in recent years as cartels exert increasing control over the region.
As the dust settles on this weekend’s arrests, many questions remain unanswered. Will the Figueroa family face further legal action? How deep are their connections to organized crime? And what impact will these events have on the political landscape in Taxco, a city renowned for its colonial architecture and silver mines but now increasingly associated with violent crime?
The Guerrero State Attorney General's Office is expected to release further details in the coming days, and the people of Taxco are anxiously awaiting answers. One thing is clear: the arrest of the Figueroa family members represents a significant escalation in the government's fight against organized crime in Guerrero. For now, the historic silver city finds itself at the epicenter of a legal drama that shows no signs of slowing down.
