Nicolás Petro, son of the president of Colombia, arrested for alleged crimes of money laundering and illicit enrichment

2023-07-29 16:05:24

Nicolás Petro, the eldest son of the president of Colombia, Gustavo Petro, has been arrested by order of the Prosecutor’s Office for the alleged involvement in crimes of money laundering and illicit enrichment.

The arrest of Nicolás Petro does not come alone, since the capture of his ex-partner, Day Vásquez, has also been requested for alleged crimes of money laundering and violation of personal data. The scandal has shaken the foundations of the country, and both the population and the media are waiting for the details and progress of the case.

President Gustavo Petro spoke about it through his Twitter account, expressing the pain that it causes him as a father to see one of his children face such a delicate situation. Likewise, as the country’s highest authority, he assured that the Prosecutor’s Office will have all the necessary guarantees to carry out the judicial process in accordance with the law.

The case has generated a great debate in Colombian society, since it involves a prominent public figure and touches on sensitive issues such as financial management and the responsibility of political figures. Transparency and due process will be essential to ensure that the investigation is conducted impartially and fairly.

The case will continue to be closely followed by Colombian society, the media, and the political sphere. Meanwhile, President Gustavo Petro faces a personal and political challenge, having to balance his role as father and leader of the nation in the midst of this delicate situation.