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Naim Darrechi Detained at Mexico City Airport and Released Hours Later

His release after hours in custody leaves airline staff, companions, prosecutors in disagreement over the cause of the detention.

Overview

  • Security removed Darrechi from a Viva Aerobús flight and took him to the Mexico City prosecutor’s office after crew members reported an alleged vaping incident on Wednesday.
  • Companion Sol León livestreamed from the terminal saying the vape was found in a seat pocket and suggesting the device was planted, and video of confrontations between the group and crew circulated online.
  • Darrechi’s lawyer, Víctor Carrillo, said the formal complaint presented to prosecutors was for discrimination rather than possession of illegal drugs and accused authorities of procedural irregularities during the handling of the case.
  • Media reports included unconfirmed claims that the device might have contained cannabis, but the Fiscalía General de Justicia de la Ciudad de México has not publicly confirmed any drug-related finding.
  • The episode has fueled social‑media speculation about Darrechi’s past and drawn intense attention toward ex‑partner Yeri Mua, who denies involvement and says she was abroad; the dispute highlights how livestreams and bystander video now shape airport incidents and public reputations.