Actor Axel Arenas, who was falsely accused of femicide, publicly voices his industry rejection; continues to lose projects even after being declared innocent.
**Headline:** Actor Axel Arenas Files Lawsuit Against Authorities for Wrongful Accusation and Career Damage
**Subhead:** Mexican actor Axel Arenas, who was wrongfully accused of the 2015 murder of model Karen Aileen Grodzinski, has filed a lawsuit against the prosecution, the judge who handled the case, and the government at the time for emotional damages and career impact.
**Body:**
In December 2017, model Karen Aileen Grodzinski was found lifeless in a hotel in Mexico City with two gunshots to the head. The case quickly gained attention, and Mexican actor Axel Arenas found himself at the centre of a media storm when he was wrongfully accused of the murder.
Arenas, who had worked in the entertainment industry for over a decade, expressed frustration that people still believe he had something to do with the murder. In a social media video, he denounced the impact of the judicial process on his career, stating that it's not fair his future has been affected by the authorities' mistake.
The investigation against Arenas began when the Mexico City prosecutor's office linked him to the license plate number of the motorcycle the attacker fled on. However, on January 8, 2018, the control judge exonerated Arenas after his defense presented solid evidence of his alibi. Arenas was imprisoned for six days in the Oriente Prison in relation to the murder case.
Despite his exoneration, Arenas has faced career hindrance due to the judicial process. He has lost several projects and stated that it's been tiring dealing with projects being cut short due to the murder case. Arenas has participated in some plays and streaming series since his exoneration, but has not been able to solidify his career.
To seek justice and compensation for the emotional distress and career impact, Arenas has filed a lawsuit against the prosecution, the judge who handled the case, and the government at the time. The lawsuit is still ongoing.
Advocacy groups and the media have shown interest in Arenas' case, highlighting systemic issues and the need for reform in the Mexican justice system. Arenas' case serves as a reminder of the consequences of wrongful accusations and the importance of ensuring due process for all parties involved.
Celebrities like Axel Arenas often face the brunt of general-news, especially when they are wrongfully accused, as in the case of Arenas being accused of the 2015 murder of model Karen Aileen Grodzinski. Despite being exonerated, Arenas continues to endure career damage in the entertainment industry, highlighting the need for reform in crime-and-justice systems to prevent such consequences.
