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Future of Maradona death trial in doubt as scandal-hit judge steps down

Judge Julieta Makintach has stepped down from the trial of Diego Maradona's medical team after a scandal involving her participation in a miniseries about the case. The recusal occurred on Tuesday following allegations of impartiality, influence peddling, and bribery. The trailer for 'Divine Justice' showed Makintach in court corridors, and unauthorized recordings were made. The hearing descended into chaos with accusations from prosecutor Patricio Ferrari and defense lawyer Rodolfo Baque. Maradona's daughter Gianinna and former partner Veronica Ojeda were emotional. Makintach stated she had 'no choice' but to withdraw from the three-judge panel, throwing the trial's future into doubt.

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May 28, 2025

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Judge Julieta Makintach has stepped down from the trial of Diego Maradona's medical team after a scandal involving her participation in a miniseries about the case. The recusal occurred on Tuesday following allegations of impartiality, influence peddling, and bribery. The trailer for 'Divine Justice' showed Makintach in court corridors, and unauthorized recordings were made. The hearing descended into chaos with accusations from prosecutor Patricio Ferrari and defense lawyer Rodolfo Baque. Maradona's daughter Gianinna and former partner Veronica Ojeda were emotional. Makintach stated she had 'no choice' but to withdraw from the three-judge panel, throwing the trial's future into doubt.

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