Recent News on Cárteles Unidos August 1, 2026 — Authorities Arrest “Poncho la Quiringua” in Michoacán Mexican authorities arrested Alfonso Fernández Magallón, alias “Poncho” or “la Quiringua,” in Michoacán. He is alleged to be the leader of the Los Reyes Cartel, a Cárteles Unidos faction. What is the Cárteles Unidos’ Story? The roster of those working under the banner of “Cárteles Unidos” to combat a common enemy trying to break into Michoacán state has changed multiple times. The Cartel del Abuelo and Los Viagras are joined by cells of the Familia Michoacana, Knights Templar, and White Trojans to fight the CJNG under the banner of “Cárteles Unidos.”