Defence Claims Doctor Was Made Scapegoat in Maradona Death Trial

Published 14h ago · Latest report 4h ago · Lawsuit

Affects Argentina · Covered in 2 countries

Earlier on this storyArgentine prosecutors seek 12-year prison terms in Maradona death trial2w ago

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Defence lawyers told an Argentine court that Diego Maradona's doctor was made a scapegoat for his death.

Defence attorneys in Argentina have argued that neurosurgeon Leopoldo Luque was turned into a scapegoat for the 2020 death of football legend Diego Maradona. Seven healthcare professionals are on trial over alleged medical negligence during his home care following brain surgery. Prosecutors previously requested prison sentences ranging from four to 12 years for six of the accused as the landmark legal proceedings near a verdict.

The potential penaltiesProsecutors requested prison terms of four to 12 years for six of the accused medical staff.

Why it matters

Diego Maradona died from heart failure in November 2020 at age 60 while recovering from brain surgery at a rented home near Buenos Aires. Prosecutors allege that his medical team provided grossly negligent care, leaving him in a chaotic and reckless home setup.

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Oct 7Argentine prosecutors demanded prison sentences of up to 12 years for seven healthcare workers.
Oct 22Defence lawyers argued in court that Maradona's doctor was made a scapegoat for his death.

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7healthcare professionals on trial

12 yrsmaximum prison sentence sought by prosecutors

4 yrsminimum prison sentence sought by prosecutors

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