The UN High Commissioner for Human Rights, Volker Turk, This Friday, he expressed concern about the situation in Guatemala and intimidation, prosecution and Persecution of those fighting corruption.
“Intimidation, Harassment, Prosecution and Persecution From those fighting for accountability for human rights violations and working on corruption cases, They are reprehensible and should be stopped
” he noted in a statement issued by his office in Geneva.He pointed out that it has been found Increased criminalization of justice administrators In the last twelve months in Guatemala, that clearly goes against the independence of the judiciary and the rule of law in the country.
He drew particular attention to the situation of former anti-corruption prosecutor Virginia Lepara of the Public Ministry.Recently released from prison under house arrest.
“I am concerned that criminal proceedings against him Due process guarantees not followed And that, as a result, his detention has been arbitrary for nearly two years.”
“She should be released unconditionally.“He preached.
In this sense, he repeated his call to the authorities To take measures to ensure the independence of the judicial system And justice provides protection to administrators.
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