Bolivian authorities have arrested a former government minister who is under investigation for alleged corruption as part of a judicial process aimed at uncovering possible irregularities that occurred during his time in office.
Police officers executed the arrest under a court order issued by Bolivia’s judicial authorities, and the former official has been turned over to the appropriate authorities, who will pursue the legal process to establish his judicial status as the investigation progresses.
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 legal team has denied the allegations, maintaining that their client will cooperate with the judicial process while exercising his right to due process. Meanwhile, authorities said the investigation will continue as additional evidence is gathered before the courts make a final determination regarding the case.
Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) + https://www.dw.com/es/capturan-a-exministro-boliviano-investigado-por-corrupci%C3%B3n/a-75458079
