An unverified video circulating on social media allegedly depicts members of an armed faction preparing an explosive device to be mounted on a drone, though authorities have not confirmed its origin or authenticity.

A video circulating across digital platforms allegedly depicts members of an armed organization preparing a drone equipped with a free-fall explosive device of substantial size. The footage details the handling of the tactical device, yet independent analysts, media outlets, and law enforcement agencies have not validated when or where the recording took place.

The sequence has been linked in digital discussions to individuals associated with the faction known as “Gente del Tena” or Los Tena. Despite these attributions, no official statements or institutional bulletins from security bodies have authenticated the identities of the individuals appearing in the video, established a precise timeline, or connected the sequence to a specific documented attack.

Historical context regarding security dynamics in western Mexico indicates that the criminal group, reportedly led by Fernando Cruz Mendoza — known as “El Tena” and previously identified with the Caballeros Templarios organization — has maintained a presence in the coastal-mountain region of Michoacán, spanning municipalities such as Aquila, Coahuayana, and Coalcomán. Regional friction involving this faction has historically included disputes over illegal logging, extortion, and confrontations with rival organizations such as the Cartel Jalisco Nueva Generación (CJNG).

Previous security incidents in the region, such as reports documented around March 2025 in areas like Chinicuila, involved allegations regarding the deployment of explosive-laden drones. However, security observers emphasize that historical background does not automatically authenticate new or unverified digital materials, which continue to lack official confirmation regarding their time, location, and origin.