Remoción de juez Félix Salmerón causa retraso procesal

Remoción de juez Félix Salmerón causa retraso procesal The removal of Judge Félix Salmerón Moreno from the Fifth District Criminal Trial Court of Managua has led to a significant delay in judicial processes. Trials and sentencing readings have been suspended since October 24th, affecting multiple high-profile cases including a drug trafficking ring and a murder trial involving a former athlete. Court staff are currently limited to notifications and certifications while new hearing dates are being determined through judicial rulings.

• The removal of Judge Félix Salmerón Moreno has caused delays in judicial processes in Managua.
• Trials and sentencing readings have been suspended since October 24th.
• A trial against individuals accused of robbery for telecommunications company Claro was suspended and rescheduled.
• A trial involving seven members of the “Los Catrachos” drug trafficking group, accused of organized crime and aggravated murder, has also been suspended.
• The “Los Catrachos” group allegedly transported drugs from Costa Rica to Honduras, threatening residents and involving individuals from multiple nationalities.
• The murder of the group’s leader in Nicaragua is detailed, with a trap set near Puerto Sandino.
• A delay is also occurring in the trial of Heberto Pérez Gutiérrez for murder and attempted murder.
• Court staff are currently only handling notifications and certifications, with new hearing dates to be set via judicial rulings.