Diego Maradona’s death trial just took a surprising turn. An Argentine court annulled the whole thing. This decision comes after the trial was put on hold last week. The reason? To investigate Judge Julieta Makintach for being biased. She had approved a documentary about the case, which raised some eyebrows.
Prosecutor Patricio Ferrari made a strong statement: what happened lately shows a serious problem with the system. Since the second hearing, filming of court proceedings has been off-limits.
Now, the trial is back to square one. It started on March 11, but everything will have to be redone. Seven medical professionals are accused of being negligent in Maradona’s death. He was 60 when he passed away at his home near Buenos Aires. Maradona, of course, is a legend – he led Argentina to the World Cup title in 1986.
What’s at stake
The trial is about what happened to Maradona while he was in home care. His family and fans want answers. The accused medical professionals face serious charges. The court will have to sort out what really happened.
Key players
- Diego Maradona: the late Argentine soccer star
- Julieta Makintach: the judge accused of being biased
- Patricio Ferrari: the prosecutor who spoke out about the system
- Seven medical professionals: accused of negligence in Maradona’s death
The case is a big deal, not just in Argentina, but worldwide. People are watching to see how justice will be served. One thing is certain: the trial will start fresh, and the truth about Maradona’s death will be pursued once again.