Trial for the death of Diego Maradona enters a decisive stage with closing arguments from the plaintiff
The judicial process seeking to clarify the circumstances of the death of world football legend Diego Armando Maradona continues its course this Tuesday in Buenos Aires. After seven months of hearings, the Oral Criminal Court No. 7 of San Isidro is preparing to hear the final arguments from the plaintiffs representing Jana Maradona and Diego Fernando Maradona, children of the Argentine star.
On this day, lawyers Felix L’Infante and Mario Baudry will present their arguments before the court, marking a fundamental step before the final sentences are handed down for the health professionals involved in the case.
The position of the Prosecutor’s Office and the accusations
During the past week, the prosecution presented a damning report, describing the medical treatment received by Maradona in his final weeks as a scenario of absolute disorganization. According to prosecutors Patricio Ferrari and Cosme Iribarren, this negligence was a determining factor in the sports idol’s fatal outcome.
- Leopoldo Luque (primary care physician): A 12-year prison sentence has been requested.
- Nancy Forlini (care coordinator): A 10-year prison sentence has been requested.
- Agustina Cosachov (psychiatrist): An 8-year prison sentence has been requested.
These three professionals face charges of simple homicide with eventual intent, in addition to a ten-year professional disqualification. On the other hand, psychologist Carlos Díaz and nurses Mariano Perroni and Ricardo Almirón are accused of manslaughter, with requested sentences ranging between four and five years in prison.
There was very little that Diego Maradona needed to keep living. He needed medication, he needed a diuretic that would allow him to eliminate the fluid from his body.
Eduardo Ramírez, lawyer for Diego Armando Maradona SinagraClarifications regarding the defendants
Regarding the clinical physician Pedro Di Spagna, both the prosecution and the plaintiff have requested the withdrawal of the charges. It is argued that the doctor only visited the former soccer player on one occasion and lacked the necessary authority to influence decisions regarding his medical treatment.
The trial, which began on April 14, has held 45 hearings to date, allowing for the testimony of 75 witnesses and the review of hundreds of messages detailing internal communication among the medical team. This process continues to be a point of global attention for followers of the historic football figure.
