Background Information
The case of Giannina García Troche, the partner of Uruguayan drug trafficker Sebastián Merset, has taken a significant turn with the Spanish National Court’s decision on her extradition to Paraguay. This development is based on Paraguay’s request for her extradition due to her alleged involvement in crimes related to money laundering from drug trafficking.
Current Status of the Case
As reported by Paraguayan news sources, such as the ABC portal, while there are still procedural steps to be completed, it appears feasible that García Troche will be transferred to face justice in Paraguay. Her extradition process has been progressing since her arrest in Spain.
Arrest and Charges
García Troche was arrested in Spain on July 17 of the previous year while traveling from Dubai. Prior to her arrest, she had been charged by the Public Ministry on February 22, 2022, with the crime of money laundering. Since then, she has been considered a fugitive.
Legal Proceedings
Before any extradition can occur, García Troche’s defense team has the opportunity to present an appeal to the Plenary of the Criminal Chamber of the Spanish National Court. This appeal could potentially hinder or cancel the extradition procedure, allowing her legal team to argue against her transfer to Paraguay.
Potential Outcomes
The outcome of this case will depend on the decision made by the Spanish National Court regarding the appeal and the extradition request by Paraguay. If the appeal is unsuccessful, García Troche could be extradited to Paraguay to face trial for her alleged role in money laundering activities.