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Verónica Alcocer faces investigation over alleged drug and weapon trafficking claims
Colombian authorities, including the Prosecutor General's Office and the Procuraduría, are investigating allegations of corruption and illicit activities involving former first lady Verónica Alcocer. The investigation follows claims made by former presidential advisor Eva Ferrer, who alleged that official aircraft were used to transport drugs, weapons, and $2.5 million in cash between Colombia and Venezuela.
Alcocer has denied all accusations. Meanwhile, Ferrer has missed three scheduled summons from the Prosecutor's Office, citing increased security threats and stating she is currently outside of Colombia. Her legal team has requested formal protection guarantees to allow her to testify and present evidence.
The controversy has sparked significant political tension. Former President Gustavo Petro has defended Alcocer, labeling the accusations as baseless, while Senator Germán Rodríguez has criticized the former administration in Congress. Additionally, legal actions are being initiated by various parties, including defamation complaints against Ferrer and potential lawsuits from Petro's daughters against media owners.
Entities
Eva Ferrer · Fiscalía General de la Nación · Gabriel Gilinski · Gustavo Petro · Pacto Histórico · Procuraduría General de la Nación · Semana · Verónica Alcocer
Claims
What the coverage asserts, and how many sources carry each claim.
- [DISPUTED] Eva Ferrer alleged that official aircraft were used to transport drugs, weapons, and $2.5 million in cash. www.eje21.com.co · eltiempove.com · costanoticias.com · elfrente.com.co · n.com.do · +1 more
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Eva Ferrer accused Verónica Alcocer of physically assaulting Angie Rodríguez. costanoticias.com
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Gloria Inés Ramírez denied witnessing any violent acts by Alcocer against Petro. larazon.co
- [● 5 SOURCES] Petro's daughters intend to sue Gabriel Gilinski for defamation. www.eje21.com.co · eltiempove.com · www.elnuevodia.com.co · www.prensa-latina.cu
- [● 4 SOURCES] The Procuraduría General de la Nación summoned Eva Ferrer and five others to testify regarding corruption allegations. 360radio.com.co · revistametro.co
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Angie Rodríguez confirmed that Alcocer attempted to assault her on two occasions. costanoticias.com
- [● 6 SOURCES] The Fiscalía has summoned Eva Ferrer for the third time to testify. noticiasya.co · revistametro.co · diariodelnorte.net · colmundoradio.com.co
- [DISPUTED] Gustavo Petro denied that official aircraft transported drugs or weapons during his administration. www.elnuevodia.com.co · n.com.do