Roy James Arrested: Operation Against Gulf Cartel Member

On Tuesday, a joint operation in Ciudad Victoria, Tamaulipas led to the arrest of Roy James, also known as 'el Vino', an alleged member of Los Ciclones – a faction of the Gulf Cartel. The operation was carried out by various units, including the military, the National Guard, and the Specialized Prosecutor's Office for Organized Crime, along with the National Intelligence Center. The arrest took place in the Hacienda del Bosque neighborhood, where a search warrant led to James' capture, who is linked to criminal activities such as drug trafficking to the United States, kidnappings, extortion, and assaults on law enforcement. During the arrest, authorities seized military-grade weapons, cartridges, magazines, and illegal substances. Following his capture, James was handed over to the Attorney General's Office in the city, highlighting the commitment of authorities to dismantle criminal organizations in the region. Notably, James had previously served as a police officer in Tamaulipas and was arrested alongside a woman, adding a complex dimension to his criminal profile, indicating possible connections within and outside law enforcement.