Julio César Chávez Jr., son of boxing legend, was detained by immigration authorities over visa issues, criminal charges and alleged cartel affiliations.

Three-division world champion Julio César Chávez has defended his same-name son who was arrested by U.S. immigration agents outside his home in Los Angeles for overstaying his visa and lying on a green card application.

Boxer Julio César Chávez Jr. was arrested by federal agents in Studio City, California on Wednesday, four days after he fought Jake Paul in Anaheim.