Man Wanted in Connection with 2019 Mexico Ambush Arrested in New Mexico

Federal authorities have announced the arrest of Ivan Gustavo Hernandez-Cabral, a man wanted in connection with a deadly ambush in northern Mexico nearly four years ago. Hernandez-Cabral, 24, was apprehended in Albuquerque, New Mexico, on Monday following a tip received by the U.S. Marshals Service. The 2019 ambush, which occurred on November 4th, left nine American citizens dead, including three women and six children. Five children survived the attack, which took place when cartel gunmen opened fire on three vehicles carrying women and children with dual citizenship. Hernandez-Cabral is now awaiting extradition to Mexico to face charges related to this tragic incident.

The ambush targeted a Mormon group on their way to a wedding in Sonora, Mexico. Mexican officials initially reported that the family had driven into an area where rival cartel gangs had clashed earlier that day, leading to a case of mistaken identity and a deadly attack. Heart-wrenching voice messages recorded during and after the ambush revealed the chaos and desperation of the victims, with survivors recounting the horrifying events. While some suspects have been arrested in connection with the case, more warrants remain outstanding.

In addition to the charges related to the ambush, Hernandez-Cabral is facing an illegal entry charge in federal court in Albuquerque. He was caught by the U.S. Border Patrol in July after illegally crossing the border near Columbus, New Mexico. Notably, a federal judge from North Dakota ruled last year that the Juarez cartel must pay $1.5 billion to the victims’ families as a result of the tragic ambush. Hernandez-Cabral’s arrest brings hope for justice in a case that shook both Mexico and the United States, leaving lasting scars on the families involved.

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