Argentina Initiates Trial of Healthcare Professionals in Maradona’s Death
An Argentine court has initiated proceedings against seven healthcare professionals for negligence in Diego Maradona’s death. The trial will assess charges of manslaughter, potentially resulting in 25 years of imprisonment. Family members were present, advocating for justice concerning Maradona’s care.
On March 11, 2025, an Argentine court commenced the trial of seven healthcare professionals implicated in the alleged negligence leading to the death of soccer icon Diego Maradona at the age of 60. The healthcare providers, who were responsible for Maradona’s care, are facing serious charges which may result in a maximum of 25 years imprisonment if convicted of manslaughter.
The trial follows Maradona’s cardiac arrest on November 25, 2020, while he was recuperating at a residence near Buenos Aires. Among those being tried is neurosurgeon Leonardo Luque, Maradona’s personal physician for the final years of his life and who performed a critical surgery on him weeks before his demise.
Also on trial are six additional healthcare professionals, including psychiatrist Agustina Cosachov, psychologist Carlos Diaz, Nancy Forlini (coordinator of the medical team), nursing services representative Mariano Perroni, monitoring physician Pedro Di Spagna, and nurse Ricardo Almiron. Furthermore, there is a pending trial for nurse Gisela Madrid, which is scheduled to occur later this year.
Family members of Diego Maradona attended the proceedings, visibly emotional. His eldest daughters and former partner were present as they sought accountability for their father’s care. Shortly before the trial began, Maradona’s son posted a video on social media, donning a shirt emblazoned with Maradona’s image alongside the word “justice.”
The trial of the seven healthcare professionals representing a significant moment in the scrutiny surrounding Diego Maradona’s medical care highlights the importance of accountability in healthcare practices. As the legal proceedings unfold, the focus remains not only on the defendants but also on the family’s quest for justice concerning their loved one’s care leading to his untimely death.
Original Source: torontosun.com
