Archive · 30 May 2025
Jalisco State Deploys Tesla Cybertrucks to Combat Crime
The Mexican state of Jalisco is using new Tesla Cybertrucks to fight crime.
The state, which is dealing with drug-related violence, invested $51 million to buy the vehicles and other equipment.
The Cybertrucks are equipped with satellite internet from Starlink, which helps police in rural areas.
The initiative is part of the state's efforts to improve security, especially before the 2026 World Cup.
One Cybertruck was used to arrest police officers involved in recruiting for a drug gang.
The state is combating the Jalisco New Generation Cartel, a powerful drug trafficking group.
Jalisco, Mexico, is deploying Tesla Cybertrucks to fight drug-related crime.
The state invested $51 million to purchase over 690 new vehicles.
The Cybertrucks are equipped with Starlink satellite internet.
One Cybertruck was used to arrest police officers linked to a drug trafficking gang.
The initiative aims to improve security before the 2026 World Cup.
- Who
- Jalisco state authorities
- What
- Deployment of Tesla Cybertrucks and other vehicles to combat drug-related crime.
- When
- Announced Thursday
- Where
- Jalisco, Mexico
- Why
- To improve security, particularly ahead of the 2026 World Cup, and combat drug trafficking.
- State
- Jalisco
- Vehicles Deployed
- Tesla Cybertrucks
- Investment for Vehicles
- $51 million
- Total New Vehicles
- 690+
- Location of Event
- Guadalajara, Mexico
- Criminal Group
- Jalisco New Generation Cartel