Julio Cesar Chavez Jr., son of Mexican boxing legend Julio Cesar Chavez, got arrested in California in early July. The boxer's whereabouts had been unknown for weeks, causing a stir among his followers.
Chavez Jr.'s career has been as intense outside the ring as it has been inside it. He's grabbed the attention of Latino fans in the U.S., often for reasons unrelated to boxing. This arrest marks one of the toughest moments in his life.
After his arrest, Chavez Jr. ended up in a rehab center in California. He's getting professional help there for addiction issues. His dad, the iconic champion Julio Cesar Chavez, shared some good news about his son's situation.
"He is in good hands,"the elder Chavez said, sounding relieved about his son's current spot in rehab.
What happens next depends on how things go with Chavez Jr.'s immigration status. If he sorts it out, he might get to stay in the U.S. with some rules to follow. If not, he could get sent back to Mexico and face problems from his past legal troubles.
Julio Cesar Chavez has been open about how tough things have been for his family. As the heir to one of boxing's biggest names, Chavez Jr. carries a heavy load. Right now, he's fighting his toughest battle yet.
There are still lots of questions about what's going on with Chavez Jr. But knowing where he is and that he's getting help has cleared things up a bit for those worried about him.
