Victoria Ruffo Reactions to Rumors Linking José Eduardo in Vadhir Derbez Investigation

Victoria Ruffo's Response

Victoria Ruffo said she would not involve her son José Eduardo Derbez in the controversy but admitted the case affected her.

“Claro que me preocupa mi hijo”

Rumors Linking José Eduardo

Reports on X mention José Eduardo Derbez in a new investigation against Vadhir Derbez for alleged sexual assault.

Vadhir Derbez's Legal Status

Vadhir Derbez's arrest order was revoked after a court granted him legal protection, allowing him to remain free.

Previous Legal History

Vadhir Derbez faced a 2009 criminal case in the US for alleged non-consensual physical contact with a 15-year-old girl.

Defense Claims

Vadhir Derbez's defense claims the case involves extortion and that there are sufficient evidence to prove it is a scam.

“No quiero dar mucho detalle de qué más hay de pruebas y no, pero sí mis abogados han seguido haciendo investigaciones y hemos encontrado cosas superchuecas y de hecho creo que hay hasta medios que fueron a investigar por su lado y que también encontraron cosas, o sea, hay suficientes pruebas para ver que esto está armadísimo y que es una babosada”

Fiscalía's Position

The CDMX Fiscalía has enough evidence to pursue the case but will not disclose details to avoid media interference.

Legal Proceedings Timeline

The investigation began on April 2, 2026, with Vadhir Derbez denying the allegations and claiming financial threats.

Investigation Impact

The case led to the suspension of a key official after the defense allegedly accessed confidential investigation documents.

Current Status

Vadhir Derbez remains free pending an initial court hearing, with no confirmed involvement of his brother José Eduardo.