Julio César Chávez Jr., son of boxing legend Julio César Chávez, was arrested by U.S. immigration agents outside his home in Los Angeles for overstaying his visa and lying on a green card application. More significantly, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security noted an active Mexican warrant for his arrest related to alleged arms and drug trafficking and suggested ties to the Sinaloa Cartel. This news has caused unease in Culiacan, Sinaloa, where his father is a national hero, due to the sensitive nature of discussing cartel ties amidst ongoing feuds.
In Sinaloa's capital, news of a boxing scion's arrest and allegations of cartel ties cause unease
CrimeClaudia SheinbaumMexicoLos AngelesDrug cartelsLatin AmericaU.S. Department of Homeland SecurityDrug crimesImmigrationIsmael Zambada GarcaSportsJorge RomeroUnited StatesScar ArrietaDiego Maradona
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TL;DR: Key points with love ❤️Julio César Chávez Jr., son of boxing legend Julio César Chávez, was arrested by U.S. immigration agents outside his home in Los Angeles for overstaying his visa and lying on a green card application. More significantly, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security noted an active Mexican warrant for his arrest related to alleged arms and drug trafficking and suggested ties to the Sinaloa Cartel. This news has caused unease in Culiacan, Sinaloa, where his father is a national hero, due to the sensitive nature of discussing cartel ties amidst ongoing feuds.
Trending- 1 2023: Mexican arrest warrant issued for Chávez Jr.
- 2 Last year: Bloody feud erupts between Sinaloa Cartel factions
- 3 Past six months or more: Chávez Jr. training for a highly promoted fight in California
- 4 Wednesday (July 2, 2025): Julio César Chávez Jr. arrested by U.S. immigration agents in Los Angeles
- 5 Friday (July 4, 2025): Boxing event organized by Chávez's brother in Culiacan; Mexico President Claudia Sheinbaum comments on Chávez Jr.'s presence in the U.S.
- Julio César Chávez Jr. arrested and faces expedited removal
- Unease and silence in Culiacan regarding alleged cartel ties
- Mexican government potentially exposed by U.S. authorities' actions
- Impact on the Chávez family and boxing community
What: Julio César Chávez Jr., son of boxing legend Julio César Chávez, was arrested in Los Angeles by U.S. immigration agents for visa violations and alleged ties to the Sinaloa Cartel, including arms and drug trafficking.
When: Wednesday (Chávez Jr.'s arrest); Friday (boxing event, Mexico President's statement); Last year (bloody feud between cartel factions erupted); Since 2023 (Mexican arrest warrant issued); Past six months or more (Chávez Jr. training for California fight).
Where: Culiacan (Sinaloa state capital), Sinaloa (state), Los Angeles (California), Mexico, United States.
Why: Chávez Jr. was arrested for immigration violations and an active Mexican warrant. The alleged cartel ties, particularly given his father's status, have caused unease and silence in Culiacan, especially amidst ongoing cartel feuds.
How: U.S. immigration agents arrested Chávez Jr. The U.S. Department of Homeland Security noted the Mexican warrant and alleged cartel ties, stating he would be processed for expedited removal. Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum commented on his presence in the U.S.