Mexican Navy special forces arrested Jalisco cartel leader Audias Flores Silva, known by the alias "The Gardener," in an operation conducted with intelligence provided by U.S. agencies.

Flores Silva led operations for the Jalisco New Generation Cartel, one of Mexico's most powerful criminal organizations. The arrest represents a significant capture in ongoing efforts to dismantle major drug trafficking networks operating between Mexico and the United States.

The operation highlights continued cooperation between Mexican and U.S. law enforcement agencies in targeting high-level cartel leadership. U.S. agencies provided intelligence that enabled Mexican Navy special forces to locate and apprehend Flores Silva.

Mexican cartels have increasingly expanded their influence beyond drug trafficking, with some groups establishing significant control over local and state government operations through corruption and intimidation. The Jalisco cartel has been particularly active in extending its territorial control across multiple Mexican states.

Flores Silva now faces U.S. charges related to his alleged role in cartel operations. The arrest comes as both Mexican and U.S. authorities continue joint efforts to combat organized crime groups that operate across the border.