# Facundo Moyano released, remains indicted

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> Updated: 2026-08-05T01:26:00.000Z. Sources: 99. Developments: 2.

Former deputy and union leader Facundo Moyano was detained after a 4 August incident in the Belgrano neighbourhood of Buenos Aires, when his then‑girlfriend, influencer Candela Arizaga, was found semi‑nude and disoriented. Police charged Moyano with light injuries and illegal deprivation of liberty in a gender‑based violence context. He was taken to the police station, questioned by the Unidad de Flagrancia Norte, and later released on 5 August under judicial restrictions that include a 300‑metre no‑approach radius and a total prohibition of contact with Arizaga. Arizaga was treated at Hospital Pirovano, discharged, and testified that no assault occurred, attributing the episode to cocaine use confirmed by toxicology. Investigators seized two mobile phones, a USB drive, an Apple Watch, a syringe and other items, but found no drugs in the apartment. Moyano was released on bail and remains indicted. Arizaga’s lawyer reiterated her denial of any assault and linked the incident to drug use. Former partners Nicole Neumann and Eva Bargiela have publicly distanced themselves from Moyano, while Moyano has said publicly that “everything is clarified.” The inquiry continues under fiscal Julián Pistone.

On 5 August Arizaga testified before the specialised gender‑violence unit, again stating that no violence occurred and describing the episode as a cocaine‑induced psychotic break. She asked that the 300‑metre no‑approach order and contact ban be lifted, but the court kept the measures in place. Moyano’s lawyer Miguel Molina confirmed that the charges of light injuries and illegal deprivation of liberty remain, and noted that forensic and digital evidence are still being examined.

Moyano’s counsel Diego Storto said Arizaga was in shock and that a fuller testimony is still pending, underscoring that the case remains open and under ongoing investigation.

## Claims

- Candela Arizaga was taken to Hospital Pirovano after the incident. (corroborated by 16 sources)
- Candela Arizaga denied being assaulted by Facundo Moyano, saying he did nothing. (corroborated by 15 sources)
- Facundo Moyano was detained and later released after being investigated for alleged assault on Candela Arizaga. (corroborated by 10 sources)
- Police seized two phones and a syringe, but found no drugs. (corroborated by 9 sources)
- Facundo Moyano remains indicted and must comply with judicial restrictions. (corroborated by 8 sources)
- The investigation was handled by the Unidad de Flagrancia (UFLA) Norte of the Ministerio Público Fiscal of the City. (corroborated by 8 sources)
- The court imposed a 300‑metre no‑approach restriction on Facundo Moyano regarding Candela Arizaga. (corroborated by 8 sources)
- Facundo Moyano was detained and later released after giving a statement. (corroborated by 7 sources)
- Facundo Moyano remains indicted for alleged gender‑based violence (light injuries and illegal deprivation of liberty). (corroborated by 7 sources)
- The court imposed a 300‑metre no‑approach restriction and a prohibition of any contact with Candela Arizaga. (corroborated by 7 sources)
- Facundo Moyano was detained and later released after being investigated for alleged gender‑based violence. (corroborated by 6 sources)
- Candela Arizaga’s toxicology test showed consumption of cocaine. (corroborated by 5 sources)

## Timeline

### 2026-08-05: Facundo Moyano released after gender‑based violence probe in Buenos Aires

Facundo Moyano was released after being detained for a gender‑based violence probe; he faces a 300‑metre no‑approach order. Candela Arizaga denied violence, citing a cocaine‑related psychotic break.

57 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/facundo-moyano-released-after-alleged-assault-investigation-involving-candela-arizaga

### 2026-08-03: Facundo Moyano detained after incident with Candela Arizaga

Facundo Moyano was detained after a 911 call about influencer Candela Arizaga running semi‑naked in Belgrano. He faces charges of light injuries and illegal deprivation of liberty; Arizaga later said no assault

68 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/former-argentine-deputy-facundo-moyano-detained-in-buenos-aires-over-alleged-gender-violence

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