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Mexico freezes Miss Universe co-owner's accounts during organized crime investigation

Mexico’s Financial Intelligence Unit has frozen Raúl Rocha Cantú’s bank accounts as part of an ongoing organized-crime probe tied to drugs, fuel theft, and arms trafficking.
The action links Rocha Cantú to a broader probe that began in November 2024, which has yielded multiple arrest warrants for those involved.
The Miss Universe Organization is co-owned 50/50 by Rocha Cantú and JKN Global Group; a Thai co-owner faces an arrest warrant in a separate fraud case.
Legacy Holding Group USA owns 50% of the Miss Universe shares, tying Rocha Cantú’s stake to the U.S.-based owner.
The Thai co-owner, Jakrajutatip, was released on bail in 2023 and was deemed a flight risk after missing a hearing in 2023.
Rocha Cantú was a part owner of Monterrey’s Casino Royale, which was attacked in 2011, leaving 52 people dead.
This year’s Miss Universe pageant, won by Fatima Bosch of Mexico, faces continued scrutiny amid allegations of rigging.
The investigation focuses on organized-crime activity, including drug and arms trafficking and fuel theft, expanding beyond individual allegations.
AP coverage notes the Miss Universe case remains controversial with ongoing legal actions in multiple countries, highlighting cross-border legal complexity.
Thai court activity related to Jakrajutatip, including upcoming hearings, underscores ongoing regional legal concerns surrounding the organization.

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