Mexican boxer Julio César Chávez Jr. has been arrested in Los Angeles by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) following his July 2 loss to Jake Paul.
According to the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, Chávez Jr. is now undergoing an expedited deportation process due to his irregular immigration status.
The arrest quickly escalated into a major scandal after authorities revealed that Chávez Jr. is under investigation for alleged ties to the Sinaloa Cartel. The boxer reportedly has an outstanding arrest warrant in Mexico for suspected involvement in organized crime and trafficking of weapons, ammunition, and explosives.
Adding to the controversy are Chávez Jr.’s personal connections. He is married to Frida Muñoz, the former partner of Édgar Guzmán López, son of Joaquín "El Chapo" Guzmán. This makes him the stepfather of El Chapo’s granddaughter, further complicating public perception and fueling speculation.
Although no criminal charges have been confirmed in the U.S., Chávez Jr.'s previous legal trouble — including a 2024 illegal weapons possession case — and his family ties have intensified the investigation.
Mexican authorities may soon request his extradition. If the allegations are confirmed, the case could become one of the most high-profile legal scandals in Mexican sports history, casting a long shadow over Chávez Jr.’s legacy and the international image of Mexican boxing.
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