Overview

• El Chicles died on September 30, with his owner alleging intentional poisoning after veterinarians were unable to revive the dog during treatment.
• The owner reported that the Fiscalía took custody of the body and ordered a necropsy, with results expected in two to four days; authorities have not identified any suspect or issued an official conclusion.
• Héctor “El Flecha” Hernández said he chose the Fiscalía protocol to clarify the cause of death before burial or cremation and has reviewed nearby cameras showing the dog appearing disoriented before collapsing.
• Animal-rights groups have demanded an investigation, citing 2023 reforms to Baja California’s animal-protection law that allow prison terms and fines for causing the intentional death of a domestic animal.
• Mourners have gathered at the Mode Orozco mural honoring Chicles, a rescued dog adopted in 2018 who became a local icon with race placements, a Perruning medal, and IMDET’s 2022 “visitante distinguido” recognition, and a memorial run has been organized.