Trial Over Diego Maradona's Death Reveals Inadequate Home Care
In the ongoing trial for Diego Maradona's 2020 death, nurses and staff testified about severe medical neglect, including missing emergency equipment and unapproved medication instructions. A security guard claimed Maradona seemed fine the night before, while his secretary described him as "in free fall" from alcohol abuse. Seven medical professionals face charges of simple homicide with eventual intent.
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Maradona's Secretary Testifies He Was 'In Free Fall' Before Death
Diego Maradona's personal secretary, Maximiliano Pomargo, testified in the ongoing trial for the Argentine football legend's death, stating that a month before his death in November 2020, Maradona was 'in free fall' due to excessive alcohol consumption and health problems. Pomargo said he alerted family doctor Leopoldo Luque about the drinking and that forced hospitalization was discussed. The testimony revealed contradictions about Maradona's home treatment, with Pomargo initially denying influence over the decision not to hospitalize him, then later saying Maradona refused hospitalization. Pomargo reported liver problems and that Maradona appeared swollen and depressed in his final days. Seven medical professionals are on trial for simple homicide with eventual intent. Psychologist Carlos Díaz also testified, saying his treatment suggestions were rejected and that he was accused of exposing the team to Maradona's family.
Maradona's Former Bodyguard Testifies He Was 'Fine' Night Before Death
Julio Coria, former security guard for Diego Maradona, testified in the ongoing trial over the football legend's death. Coria stated that Maradona appeared 'fine' the night before his death on November 25, 2020, contradicting other witnesses who described his deterioration. Coria last saw Maradona alive when fixing a light switch; the footballer was lying down and greeted him with a kiss. On the morning of death, Coria saw nurses changing shifts but did not see them enter Maradona's room. When medical staff found Maradona unresponsive, Coria attempted mouth-to-mouth resuscitation. Coria's credibility was questioned by prosecutors who presented evidence of a conversation two days before death where he told Dr. Leopoldo Luque that Maradona had not left bed all day. In a previous annulled trial, Coria was arrested for perjury over claims he had no connection to Luque. Multiple medical professionals face charges of simple homicide with eventual intent.
Maradona's Security Guard Testifies He Was 'Fine' Night Before Death
Julio Coria, former security guard for Diego Maradona, testified in the ongoing trial over the football legend's death, stating that Maradona appeared 'fine' the night before he died on November 25, 2020. Coria described fixing a light switch in Maradona's room and receiving a kiss goodbye. His account contradicts other witnesses who reported Maradona's deterioration. The prosecution challenged Coria's credibility, citing a prior conversation where he told Dr. Leopoldo Luque that Maradona had not left bed all day. Coria also recounted the morning of the death, noting he saw nurses changing shifts but did not see them enter the room. When Maradona was found unresponsive, Coria attempted mouth-to-mouth resuscitation. Coria was previously accused of perjury in an annulled trial for allegedly lying about his relationship with Dr. Luque. Multiple medical professionals face charges of simple homicide with eventual intent.
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Nurse who treated Maradona before his death says care was inadequate
Tamara Mansilla, a nurse who attended Diego Maradona during the last two weeks of his life, testified in the trial seeking responsibility for his death, stating that the house lacked essential medical equipment, including an emergency kit, defibrillator, and a phone to call for help. She noted that medication instructions were posted on the refrigerator door without a signature or stamp, which she found unusual. Mansilla was instructed to monitor vital signs, contradicting the nursing coordinator's earlier testimony. Another nurse, Aldo Zenteno, testified that there was no medical equipment and believed an ambulance should have been stationed outside. He also said Maradona appeared swollen two days before his death on November 25, 2020. Both nurses were removed from service before his death. Seven medical professionals are on trial for simple homicide with eventual intent.
Nurse Who Treated Maradona Before Death Testifies About Missing Care Equipment
During the trial seeking to establish responsibility for Diego Maradona's death, nurse Tamara Mansilla testified on Thursday that at the house where the football legend received home care in his final two weeks, there were missing essential medical items, including an emergency kit, defibrillator, and a telephone for emergencies. She stated medication instructions were taped to the refrigerator door without proper signatures, which she found unusual. Nurse Aldo Zenteno also testified, confirming a lack of medical equipment and stating he was told the patient was recovering from surgery. Both nurses said they were removed from service when shifts were extended. The trial involves seven defendants, including Maradona's neurosurgeon Leopoldo Luque and psychiatrist Agustina Cosachov, all accused of simple homicide with eventual intent. Zenteno noted Maradona appeared swollen two days before his death on November 25, 2020.