Julio Cesar Chavez Jr., the well-known Mexican boxer, has found himself on the wrong side of the law as US immigration agents have arrested him and plan to send him back to Mexico. At 39 years old, he faces serious allegations, including an active arrest warrant for his ties to organized crime, specifically the Sinaloa drug cartel.
Just days before his arrest, Chavez Jr. lost a match to influencer-boxer Jake Paul in California. Following the incident, the US Department of Homeland Security stated that he is undergoing "expedited removal" due to his criminal record and alleged cartels connections. His lawyer vehemently denied the accusations, calling them unfounded.
US officials claim that Chavez Jr. has a history of legal issues, including previous arrests linked to weapons offenses. They indicated that his ties to the Sinaloa Cartel emerged when he sought US residency through his marriage to a citizen connected to the cartel. The boxer, whose father is a legendary champion in Mexico, has expressed fears regarding the increase in immigration raids and the broader treatment of immigrants in the US.
After the recent developments, it appears that Chavez Jr.'s boxing career may take a backseat as he navigates this complicated legal battle.
