Mexican cartel boss linked to influencer’s livestreamed murder arrested, officials say

Mexican authorities arrested Ramón Ángel Álvarez Ayala, leader of the Los Rs criminal cell linked to CJNG, in connection with the 2025 assassination of Uruapan Mayor Carlos Manzo and the livestreamed murder of influencer Valeria Márquez. The case links Álvarez Ayala's organization to violent crimes including extortion and drug trafficking, with his son allegedly involved in targeting Márquez after their relationship ended.