Former candidate linked to organized crime faces charges after Morelos operation

Cristina Marlene “N”, a former PRI-PRD candidate for mayor of Totolapan, Morelos, was linked to proceedings for aggravated extortion following a joint police and military operation targeting the criminal group 'La Empresa'. Authorities also found drugs and torture instruments during her capture, leading to ongoing investigations for other potential federal crimes.

Key points

• The operation in Totolapan involved 12 simultaneous raids aimed at capturing alleged leaders of 'La Empresa'.
• The Fiscal General of the State, Fernando Blumenkron Escobar, confirmed the link to aggravated extortion.
• The detainee had previously coordinated a blockade in June 2025 to obstruct a state and federal operation.
• Other potential targets include individuals known by the aliases 'El Apa' and 'El Güero', linked to kidnapping and drug trafficking.
• The group 'La Empresa' is documented using mototaxi networks for drug trafficking.

Why it matters

The case highlights the alleged involvement of political figures in organized crime activities, specifically extortion, within the state of Morelos. Security forces are continuing operations against the identified criminal structure.