Oaxaca Police Apprehend Notorious Leader of Violent Group

Oaxaca Police Apprehend Notorious Leader of Violent Group The arrest of Francisco Martínez Sánchez, also known as "Pancho Mugres" or "Pancho Loco," has sent shockwaves through Oaxaca, Mexico. Sánchez, the founder of the "Popular Front 14th of June," a group accused of numerous crimes including aggravated dispossession, qualified robbery, and land invasions, was apprehended on June 3, 2025, in Oaxaca de Juárez. The arrest followed a warrant issued in 2016. "This arrest is a significant step in our ongoing efforts to combat organized crime and bring justice to the victims," stated a spokesperson for the Oaxaca Public Prosecutor's Office. The "Popular Front 14th of June" has a long history of violent confrontations and alleged extortion in the region. The apprehension of Sánchez marks a potential turning point in addressing the group's activities. The Prosecutor's Office assures the public that investigations are ongoing.