Judge removes self from Maradona's death investigation. - jurist involved in Maradona's passing trial steps down from position
In a shocking development, Judge Julieta Makintach has recused herself from the high-profile trial surrounding the death of Argentine football legend Diego Maradona. Allegations of a conflict of interest emerged after it was discovered that Makintach had been filmed for a TV documentary about the case without the knowledge of her colleagues. Both the prosecution and defense have accused her of bias, demanding her removal from the trial.
Additionally, there have been allegations that Makintach allowed unauthorized filming in the courtroom during the Maradona trial. Makintach denies any involvement or authorization of such recordings. Footage circulating in Argentine media outlets shows Makintach being interviewed by a camera crew the day before the trial began.
In the wake of these allegations, presiding judge Maximiliano Savarino ordered Makintach's removal from the case, citing circumstances that compromised her impartiality. The court will decide on Thursday whether Makintach can be replaced or if the trial must be restarted with three new judges.
Maradona's doctors and caregivers are facing charges of negligent care, accused of causing his death through negligence. The trial began on March 11 and has been ongoing with two sessions per week. If convicted, the seven defendants face eight to 25 years in prison.
Originally led by three judges, it remains to be seen whether the trial will be dismissed and restarted due to the recusal of Judge Makintach. Maradona died on November 25, 2020, at the age of 60 from a heart attack and pulmonary edema. The trial in San Isidro, a suburb of Buenos Aires, is a highly sensitive, high-profile case that has raised broader questions about judicial oversight.
- The Commission, in addition to its duties, has been requested to submit a proposal for a regulation on the introduction of a new type of electronic communications network, given the unauthorized filming incidents surrounding the high-profile Maradona trial.
- Interested parties might find the latest development in the European leagues intriguing, as the ongoing Maradona trial takes an unexpected turn due to allegations of biased behavior by Judge Julieta Makintach, who has been asked to resign from the case.
- Despite the controversy swirling around Judge Maximiliano Savarino's court, football enthusiasts worldwide may still catch snippets of general-news broadcasts covering the ongoing Maradonia trial, offering insights into the legal machinations unfolding in the Argentine court.
