Buenos Aires – Today, in Argentina, the trial that seeks to shed light on the death of Diego Armando began Maradona, which occurred on November 25, 2020. Seven healthcare professionals are charged with manslaughter, with sentences ranging from 8 to 25 years in prison.
The prosecution claims that the defendants failed to take the necessary measures to prevent Maradona's death, despite being aware of the risks.
A complex and media-driven process
The trial will take place in the San Isidro courthouse and is expected to last several months. The court will hear from 109 witnesses, including Maradona's children, friends, journalists and doctor Collin Campbell, one of the first to arrive on the scene.
The tests
During the trial, transcripts of emergency calls, autopsy videos and Maradona's medical records from the last 20 years will be examined. They will try to establish whether the house where Maradona spent his final days was suitable for home care.
Maradona's death
The autopsy revealed that Maradona died due to acute heart failure, which caused acute pulmonary edema, a consequence of dilated cardiomyopathy.
A heavy legacy
Maradona's death has shocked Argentina and the world of football. This trial seeks to clarify the circumstances of his death and establish any responsibilities.
The defendants
Leopoldo Luciano Luque (neurosurgeon)
Agustina Cosachov (psychiatrist)
Carlos Ángel Díaz (psychologist)
Nancy Edith Forlini (Pharmaceutical Representative)
Ricardo Omar Almirón (nurse)
Mariano Perroni (nursing coordinator)
Pedro Pablo Di Spagna (clinical doctor)
Article published on March 11, 2025 - 13pm
