Ex-Governor Duarte Arrested for Money Laundering

Cesar Duarte, the former governor of Chihuahua, Mexico, has been arrested for alleged money laundering. Previously extradited for embezzlement charges in 2022, he is accused of carrying out illegal activities while serving as a public official, according to the nation’s attorney general's office.

Cesar Duarte, the former governor of Mexico's Chihuahua state, was taken into custody on Monday, facing allegations of money laundering. The arrest was confirmed by the country's attorney general's office, marking another chapter in Duarte's legal troubles.

According to the statement released by the attorney general, Duarte is suspected of engaging in money laundering activities during his tenure as a public servant in Chihuahua, further deepening his legal challenges.

This development follows Duarte's extradition to Mexico in 2022 on charges of embezzlement, reflecting ongoing efforts to hold former officials accountable for financial misconduct.

(With inputs from agencies.)