Tributes poured in for security personnel killed in the February 22, 2026 security operation that authorities claimed led to the arrest of the cartel leader Nemesio Oseguera, also known as “El Mencho,” including National Guard officer Nahomi Elizabeth Martínez.
Officer Martinez, who is from Zacatecas, was part of a group of federal agents deployed to Jalisco state for an operation in which authorities claimed security forces were ambushed by a criminal gang linked to the CJNG cartel. Martinez was reportedly killed in the line of duty.
Mexican Defense Minister Ricardo Trevilla spoke on Monday about the dedication of those killed in operations against criminal gangs. He said the actions of those killed in confrontations with criminal gangs showed the strength of the state.
Tributes poured in after news of Officer Martinez’s death broke in her home state of Zacatecas, where people praised her youth and devotion to service. Martinez was a student at the Autonomous University of Zacatecas, and the academic preparatory department of the university issued a statement mourning the death of the former student of the unit.
Zacatecas State athletes also expressed their condolences, with the Zacatecas Minerals Women’s Basketball Club and USA Modelo Women’s Basketball Club offering their condolences to Martinez’s sister, professional basketball player Nelsi Sanchez.
Local Congressman Loly Trejo of Zacatecas state also expressed condolences for Martinez’s death while defending the country with honor.
Congresswoman Lori Trejo wrote in a letter to Martinez’s grandmother that Martinez is defending the country with honor and should be respected for her dedication to duty.
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