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NewsNoticias Tampa Bay (Univision)August 3, 2026Hillsborough

Jalisco police arrest U.S. citizen wanted by U.S. Marshals for methamphetamine distribution

Mexican state police in Jalisco arrested a 34-year-old U.S. citizen in the municipality of Yahualica based on an active federal warrant from the Northern District of California. The individual is currently in the custody of the National Migration Institute (INM) pending potential extradition to the United States.

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Why It Matters

This arrest highlights ongoing cross-border law enforcement cooperation between U.S. federal agencies and Mexican state authorities regarding individuals wanted for serious criminal charges.

Key Facts

  • A 34-year-old U.S. citizen identified as Julio “N” was arrested in Yahualica, Jalisco.
  • The suspect was wanted by the U.S. Marshals for alleged methamphetamine distribution.
  • The arrest was based on a warrant issued by a federal court in the Northern District of California.
  • Jalisco State Police utilized drone units and a C2 Mobile Cybertruck to locate the suspect.
  • The detainee is currently held by the National Migration Institute (INM) to begin extradition procedures.
  • This arrest is part of a collaborative effort between Jalisco security forces and the U.S. Consulate.
  • Since July 2025, six individuals wanted by U.S. authorities have been arrested in Jalisco for various crimes.

Who's Mentioned

locationJalisco“Mexican state where the arrest occurred”organizationInstituto Nacional de Migración“Mexican agency processing the detainee”personJulio “N”“34-year-old U.S. citizen arrested in Jalisco”locationNorthern District of California“Federal court jurisdiction that issued the warrant”locationYahualica“Municipality where the arrest took place”organizationU.S. Marshals“Federal agency seeking the suspect”