Bolivian authorities have taken into custody a former government minister who is being investigated for suspected corruption in a judicial effort designed to reveal potential irregularities linked to his tenure in office.
The arrest was carried out by police officers following a court order issued by Bolivia’s judicial authorities. The former official has been placed at the disposal of the competent authorities, who will continue legal proceedings to determine his judicial status as the investigation moves forward.
According to the Public Prosecutor’s Office, the case involves alleged irregularities in the management of public funds and government contracts. Investigators are seeking to determine whether any criminal offenses were committed in connection with the handling of public resources or the awarding of contracts for goods and services during his tenure.
The case is part of a broader series of investigations launched by Bolivian authorities into former members of previous administrations. Prosecutors say the inquiries are intended to establish individual responsibility based on the evidence collected throughout the investigation.
The former minister’s defense team has rejected the accusations, stating that their client intends to cooperate with the judicial proceedings while fully upholding his right to due process. At the same time, authorities indicated that the inquiry will move forward as further evidence is collected before the courts issue a final ruling on the matter.
Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) + https://www.dw.com/es/capturan-a-exministro-boliviano-investigado-por-corrupci%C3%B3n/a-75458079
