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Headline: UNCAPTIONED: Boxer Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. Released Amid Cartel Allegations
Caption: Boxer Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. Released Amid Cartel Allegations. Mexican boxer Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. has been released from jail in northern Mexico as he awaits trial for alleged ties to the powerful Sinaloa Cartel. A judge in Hermosillo ruled the 39-year-old former world champion could continue his legal process outside of detention, following his arrest last week after being deported from the United States. Local outlet La Jornada reported he is now home with his family. His lawyer, Ruben Fernando Benitez, insists prosecutors have no proof, calling the accusations baseless. Chavez Jr., son of Mexican boxing legend Julio Cesar Chavez, was detained in July by US immigration authorities, shortly after losing a highly publicized match against Jake Paul. Prosecutors allege he worked as a henchman for the Sinaloa Cartel, which Washington recently designated a foreign terrorist organization. Both his family and defense team deny the claims. President Claudia Sheinbaum has said Chavez Jr. could still face charges for arms trafficking and organized crime as the case moves forward. Instructions: THIS VIDEO MUST NOT BE EDITED FOR LENGTH TO COMBINE WITH OTHER CONTENT
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