The trial concerning the medical team of Argentine football legend Diego Maradona is now at a standstill after it was discovered that a judge involved had participated in a documentary related to the case. This shocking twist leads to the need for a retrial, which could push the proceedings back significantly.
Seven medical professionals, including a neurosurgeon and a night nurse, were facing charges of negligent homicide following Maradona's tragic death in November 2020. While they maintain their innocence, claiming the football star declined further treatment post-surgery, the implications are serious, with potential prison sentences ranging from eight to 25 years.
During a recent court session, tension escalated when Prosecutor Patricio Ferrari accused Judge Julieta Makintach of undermining her position by acting "like an actress." The courtroom erupted when a trailer for the unauthorized documentary, titled "Divine Justice," was shown, prompting loud protests from the defense attorney.
This breach of court rules ultimately led to Makintach stepping down from the case, and with almost 50 witnesses having already testified, the court now finds itself having to start from scratch. The uncertainties surrounding the previous testimonies and the new judge's appointments create a cloud of ambiguity over the future of this high-profile case.
