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News18
07-07-2025
- News18
Court Dismisses Julio Cesar Chavez Jr.'s Pleas To Avoid Arrest Amid Deportation
Last Updated: Boxer Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. was arrested in LA for alleged drug trafficking ties and faces deportation. Mexico's attorney general's office has announced that a court has so far dismissed boxer Julio Cesar Chavez Jr.'s requests to avoid arrest if he is deported from the United States, where he was detained for alleged drug trafficking connections. Chavez, a former world champion and son of the legendary Mexican fighter Julio Cesar Chavez, was arrested on Wednesday in Los Angeles after authorities determined he was in the country illegally. His defence attorneys have submitted 'five or six injunctions" to secure his release upon his arrival in Mexico, Attorney General Alejandro Gertz stated at a press conference on Sunday. These injunctions were denied because Chavez has not yet been handed over to Mexican authorities, Gertz explained. Chavez's deportation could be decided at an immigration hearing, which, according to the defence team, is scheduled for Monday. Chavez, whose sports career is waning at the age of 39, is alleged to have ties to the Sinaloa cartel, one of six Mexican drug trafficking groups designated as terrorist organisations by the United States. Following his arrest, US authorities announced on Thursday that they were processing his 'expedited removal" and referred to the charges against him in Mexico. The attorney general's office confirmed in a statement after his arrest last week that Mexico had issued an arrest warrant for Chavez in 2023 'for organised crime and arms trafficking." Chavez's defence team has denied the accusations, claiming his arrest is intended to 'terrorise the community" amid raids against undocumented migrants. Chavez's arrest came just days after his lopsided loss to YouTuber-turned-boxer Jake Paul in a cruiserweight bout before a sell-out crowd at the Honda Center in Anaheim, California. This allowed Jake Paul to break into official cruiserweight rankings, making him eligible to challenge for the title. Once a top-rated boxer, Chavez won the WBC middleweight world title in 2011 and defended it successfully three times. However, his career has taken a steep dive since. He holds a record of 54-7 with one draw, but his career has also been marred by multiple suspensions and fines for failed drug tests. With AFP Inputs First Published: July 07, 2025, 13:14 IST
Time of India
04-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Jake Paul mocks Julio Cesar Chavez Jr ICE arrest while targeting Canelo Alvarez next
A strange and unexpected moment has taken over both the boxing and immigration worlds this week. , the popular YouTuber-turned-boxer, posted an American flag emoji on X shortly after news came out that boxer Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now had been arrested by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). The post may look innocent, but the timing just after Jake Paul defeated Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. in a boxing match and right around Independence Day made fans raise eyebrows. Was Jake Paul simply celebrating America, or was he celebrating Julio Cesar Chavez Jr.'s arrest? What did Jake Paul do after Julio Cesar Chavez Jr.'s ICE arrest On Wednesday, July 2, 2025, ICE (U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement) detained Julio Cesar Chavez Jr., 39 years old, in Studio City, California. Just a few days before, on June 29, he had lost a boxing match against Jake Paul in Anaheim. Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. was arrested based on serious legal issues. U.S. immigration officials stated that he overstayed a B2 tourist visa, made false statements in his green card application, but also had an active warrant in Mexico, and the circumstances surrounding this warrant were embossed in alleged organized crime, arms trafficking, and associations to the Sinaloa Cartel. Soon after the arrest was made public by TMZ, Jake Paul posted an American flag emoji on his official X account. He gave no explanation but followed it up with a post that read, 'Canelo is next,' referring to superstar Mexican boxer Saul 'Canelo' Alvarez. Many fans and reporters believe Jake Paul's post was meant to mock Julio Cesar Chavez Jr.'s arrest, especially since he had just beaten him in the ring days before. Also Read: Why Was Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. detained by ICE Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now is the son of the great Mexican boxer Julio Cesar Chavez Sr. Chavez Jr. was a WBC middleweight world champion at one time but has a larger career than being a champion. He was arrested by ICE agents on July 2nd for immigration violations and for being affiliated with the Sinaloa Cartel. Chavez Jr. had applied for U.S. permanent residency in 2024, but U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services flagged him as an 'egregious public safety threat.' Officials also say Chavez Jr.'s wife, Frida Munoz, has connections to criminal organizations. Now, the U.S. is moving forward with deportation. With Jake Paul's post gaining attention, some wonder if Canelo Alvarez could truly be his next target.
USA Today
04-07-2025
- Sport
- USA Today
Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. detained by ICE for deportation days after Jake Paul loss
Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. has been detained on a federal arrest warrant less than one week after his loss to Jake Paul. In a statement issued Thursday by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS), it was announced ICE has detained the boxer and is processing him for expedited removal from the U.S. "Chavez is a Mexican citizen who has an active arrest warrant in Mexico for his involvement in organized crime and trafficking firearms, ammunition, and explosives," the statement read. DHS said Chavez entered the country legally in August 2023 but his B2 tourist visa expired in February 2024. It added Chavez applied for a lawful permanent resident status based on his marriage to a citizen, who previously had a relationship with the son of cartel leader Joaquin "El Chapo" Guzman. In December 2024, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services referred the matter to ICE, calling Chavez a "public safety threat." In January 2025, Chavez was allowed to reenter the country with temporary parole permission. After what DHS called "multiple fraudulent statements on his application to become a lawful permanent resident," it designated his citizenship status unlawful and him removable on June 27. Chavez, 39, is the son of boxing legend Julio Cesar Chavez. While his come-up attracted eyeballs from around the combat sports world and beyond, Chavez has had an up-and-down career in and out of the ring. After a 46-0 start, Chavez has gone 8-7. His unanimous decision loss to Paul was only his second fight since 2021. Chavez has a history of arrests for DUI, driving without a license and various weapon illegalities.
Yahoo
04-07-2025
- Yahoo
Following US arrest of Mexican boxer Chavez JR, Mexico says individual has arrest warrant
MEXICO CITY (Reuters) -Mexico's attorney general's office on Thursday said that an individual it named as "Julio C" had been arrested in Los Angeles and had an arrest warrant in Mexico dating back to 2023 for arms trafficking and organized crime. The statement comes after U.S. Department of Homeland Security said Mexican boxer Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. had been arrested by U.S. immigration officers and is being processed for expedited removal from the country. In Mexico, statements from the attorney general's office typically only refer to someone by their first name and an initial of their last name to protect their privacy.
Time of India
04-07-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
Jake Paul's Rival and popular Mexican fighter Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. arrested by US Immigration and Customs Enforcement
Photo via Getty Images Mexican fighter Julio César Chávez Jr. was arrested by US Immigration and Customs Enforcement. The boxer has been accused of having alleged cartel ties and other infractions. Cesar is now in the process of being deported from the United States. The Department of Homeland Security released a statement on Thursday. The legal development came just days after the boxer faced Jake Paul in a high-profile bout. Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. accused of having ties with Sinaloa Cartel The boxer has been accused of having illegal ties with the Sinaloa Cartel. President Donald Trump has previously designated the cartel as a Foreign Terrorist organization. The Department of Homeland Security linked the boxer's previous accusations in Mexico with his activities and cartel ties within the jurisdiction of the United States. According to the Thursday release, Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. has an active arrest warrant in Mexico. The fighter is alleged to be involved in organized crime and trafficking firearms, ammunition, and explosives. Chavez Jr. entered the US with a B2 tourist Visa in August 2023. The Visa expired in February 2024. The boxer applied for a Lawful Permanent Resident status in April 2024. The application was based on the fighter's marriage to a US citizen. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like 2025 Top Trending local enterprise accounting software [Click Here] Esseps Learn More Undo The citizen was rumored to have a connection with the Sinaloa Cartel through a prior relationship with one of its members. The member was the now-deceased son of the cartel leader Joaquin 'El Chapo' Guzman. Even though the boxer was allowed to re-enter the country in January 2025, his repeated fraudulent statements worked against him. Chavez Jr. made doubtful statements for his permanent resident status. Following this, the boxer was declared removable from the country on June 27, 2025. Assistant Secretary Tricia McLaughlin stated in the release, 'This Sinaloa Cartel affiliate with an active arrest warrant for trafficking guns, ammunition, and explosives was arrested by ICE. It is shocking the previous administration flagged this criminal illegal alien as a public safety threat, but chose to not prioritize his removal and let him leave and COME BACK into our country.' The official went on to highlight the effectiveness of the Trump administration in such cases, 'Under President Trump, no one is above the law—including world-famous athletes. Our message to any cartel affiliates in the U.S. is clear: We will find you and you will face consequences. The days of unchecked cartel violence are over.' What are the allegations on Julio Cesar Chavez Jr.? The boxer's criminal rap sheet dates back to 2012. Some of the previous illegal activities carried about by Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. are On January 22, 2012, California Highway Patrol arrested Chavez. He was charged with DUI alcohol/drugs and Driving Without a License. He was convicted later on. The boxer was sentenced to 13 days in jail and 36 months' probation. On January 14, 2023, a District Judge issued an arrest warrant for Chavez for the offense of organized crime. The boxer was alleged to have committed weapons trafficking and manufacturing crimes. On January 7, 2024, the Los Angeles Police Department arrested Chavez and charged him with Illegal Possession of Any Assault Weapon and Manufacture or Import Short Barreled Rifle. The boxer's last professional appearance was against Jake Paul. The former lost the bout via a unanimous decision. It was held on June 28, a day after Chavez Jr. was declared removable from the country. Also Read: Why RIZIN's flyweight world grand prix lineup is sending shockwaves through MMA For real-time updates, scores, and highlights, follow our live coverage of the India vs England Test match here . Game On Season 1 continues with Mirabai Chanu's inspiring story. Watch Episode 2 here.
