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Judge Formally Links Cruz Martínez to Proceedings in Nuevo León Family-Violence Case

Prosecutors have two months to continue the investigation following the dismissal of other initial counts.

Overview

  • The court imposed precautionary measures barring contact with Alicia Villarreal and places she frequents, and requiring Martínez to check in every 15 days.
  • The remaining case concerns alleged family violence against Villarreal tied to a February 15 incident at the former couple’s home in Monterrey.
  • Allegations reported to authorities include physical assault and the taking of Villarreal’s phone and wallet to isolate her.
  • Officials confirmed the matter proceeds on modalities of physical, psychological and patrimonial violence after feminicide and robbery accusations were dropped.
  • Martínez said the linkage does not establish guilt, maintained his innocence, and stated his criminal defense is just beginning as public scrutiny continues after Villarreal’s earlier distress signal at a concert.