The trial concerning the medical professionals associated with Diego Maradona’s death has been paused for one week due to issues with a judge's partiality. This pause comes alongside one of the allegations where a judge is accused of permitting unauthorized filming within the courtroom for a documentary.
Judge accused of documentary involvementThe Argentine court suspended proceedings on Tuesday after defense counsels reported that Judge Julieta Makintach was in violation of her responsibilities of fairness and was granted permission to use cameras during court sessions. This pause is expected to last until May 27 while the investigating bodies look into the situation.
Prosecutor Patricio Ferrari requested the pause, calling it vital "to resolve an issue of institutional gravity." Two defense lawyers have submitted a petition seeking the removal of Judge Makintach concerning the trial that started almost two months back.
The controversy raging focuses on accusations that Judge Makintach granted permission for video recording despite a standing order prohibiting cameras from entering the courtroom. More troubling, Luque’s lawyer alleged that the film was made by a company that had ties to the judge's brother.
Defending herself against these allegations, Judge Makintach told the court, “I can appreciate the tensions from all sides, but I have no doubt about my devotion to my role as an impartial judge.” In addition, she offered to resign if doubts about her biased conduct persisted.
The medical team facing serious chargesSeven medical practitioners are facing trial for possible homicide related to Diego Maradona's death in November 2020. They each stand to receive between 8 to 25 years in prison if found guilty.
Maradona passed away two weeks after undergoing surgical removal of a brain tumor due to heart failure and acute pulmonary edema. Prosecutors suggest his care was home-negligent. Specifically, allowing him to recover in a home devoid medical supervision.
Also Read: Diego Maradona's daughter Dalma accuses medical team of negligence, says her father's death was avoidable
Gianinna, Maradona’s daughter, added that her father was kept in dark, ugly, and lonely places. The Caretaker's motivations seem to have stemmed from $ instead of his well-being.
Argentina, as well as the rest of the world, has been deeply moved by the trial. Maradona remains an adored icon, especially years after winning the World Cup in 1986. While he died during the pandemic, millions of people stood in long lines to pay respect as he lay in state at the presidential palace.
After the judge's alleged misconduct investigation, the court will reconvene on the 27th of May.
Judge accused of documentary involvementThe Argentine court suspended proceedings on Tuesday after defense counsels reported that Judge Julieta Makintach was in violation of her responsibilities of fairness and was granted permission to use cameras during court sessions. This pause is expected to last until May 27 while the investigating bodies look into the situation.
Argentina began a long-awaited trial probing negligence in the death of soccer star Diego Maradona, who died in 2020 at home while recovering from a surgery to remove a blood clot days earlier https://t.co/agCRAJ29UE pic.twitter.com/UpKlnKTIHH
— Reuters (@Reuters) March 12, 2025
Prosecutor Patricio Ferrari requested the pause, calling it vital "to resolve an issue of institutional gravity." Two defense lawyers have submitted a petition seeking the removal of Judge Makintach concerning the trial that started almost two months back.
The controversy raging focuses on accusations that Judge Makintach granted permission for video recording despite a standing order prohibiting cameras from entering the courtroom. More troubling, Luque’s lawyer alleged that the film was made by a company that had ties to the judge's brother.
Defending herself against these allegations, Judge Makintach told the court, “I can appreciate the tensions from all sides, but I have no doubt about my devotion to my role as an impartial judge.” In addition, she offered to resign if doubts about her biased conduct persisted.
The medical team facing serious chargesSeven medical practitioners are facing trial for possible homicide related to Diego Maradona's death in November 2020. They each stand to receive between 8 to 25 years in prison if found guilty.
Maradona passed away two weeks after undergoing surgical removal of a brain tumor due to heart failure and acute pulmonary edema. Prosecutors suggest his care was home-negligent. Specifically, allowing him to recover in a home devoid medical supervision.
Also Read: Diego Maradona's daughter Dalma accuses medical team of negligence, says her father's death was avoidable
Gianinna, Maradona’s daughter, added that her father was kept in dark, ugly, and lonely places. The Caretaker's motivations seem to have stemmed from $ instead of his well-being.
Maradona's final play: Doctor claims home care was 'red card' to recovery in testimonyhttps://t.co/jySPuIz9yK
— Economic Times (@EconomicTimes) April 9, 2025
Argentina, as well as the rest of the world, has been deeply moved by the trial. Maradona remains an adored icon, especially years after winning the World Cup in 1986. While he died during the pandemic, millions of people stood in long lines to pay respect as he lay in state at the presidential palace.
After the judge's alleged misconduct investigation, the court will reconvene on the 27th of May.
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