Chavez Jr. Arrested for Sinaloa Cartel Allegations Amid Extradition Plans

Julio Cesar Chavez Jr., son of boxing legend Julio Cesar Chavez Sr., was arrested by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement on July 2, 2025, for alleged ties to the Sinaloa Cartel, visa overstay, and providing false information on his residency application. The arrest followed a 2023 Mexican arrest warrant accusing Chavez Jr. of arms and drug trafficking, with ongoing extradition and prosecution efforts by Mexican authorities. Chavez Sr. vehemently denies the allegations, emphasizing that knowing people involved in illicit activities in their hometown of Culiacan does not imply criminal involvement, highlighting his own past associations without accusations. Investigative reports note Chavez Jr.'s marriage to Frida Muñoz, widow of a deceased son of El Chapo Guzman, which allegedly required approval from the cartel, raising concerns about his connections. Despite these accusations, Chavez Sr. remains resolute in legally defending his son in both the U.S. and Mexico, asserting Chavez Jr.'s innocence and readiness to fight the charges. The younger Chavez's current whereabouts are uncertain following a missed court appearance unrelated to his arrest, with legal teams working on his immigration status amid the complex legal battle.