Death of Maradona: Argentine prosecutors seek up to twelve years in prison

The Argentine public prosecutor's office on Thursday requested prison sentences of up to twelve years for the doctors who treated Diego Maradona. The information is reported by several Dutch media outlets, including Voetbal International and NU.nl. The prosecution accuses the caregivers of work described as "chaotic." Diego Maradona died in 2020 from a cardiac arrest, recalls Voetbalprimeur.

Heavy sentences requested

According to Voetbal International, the Argentine public prosecutor's office on Thursday requested sentences of up to twelve years in prison for members of the former player's medical team. De Telegraaf also mentions requests for up to twelve years' detention in the trial linked to Maradona's death. Voetbalprimeur specifies that these requests concern several members of the medical staff, without naming anyone.

Work deemed "chaotic"

The doctors on trial are accused of disorganised care. Both Voetbal International and Voetbalprimeur use the term "chaotic" to describe the caregivers' work. The prosecution believes this disorganisation contributed to the Argentine's death, which occurred in 2020.

Proceedings under way

The individuals subject to these requisitions are presumed innocent. The trial continues, and no final decision has yet been reached. The Dutch media do not specify the date on which the court might deliver its verdict.