San Juan man faces trial for third death threat to ex‑partner

A 41‑year‑old man in San Juan, Argentina, will be tried for a third death threat made to his Venezuelan ex‑partner via WhatsApp. The court has moved the case to oral trial, and prosecutors are seeking a custodial sentence of one year and six months. The defendant previously received a conditional sentence for similar harassment and intimidation, which was reduced on appeal. Authorities say the new threat was coordinated using a prepaid phone linked to a coworker’s number to evade police tracking. The prosecution aims to merge the new conviction with earlier ones to ensure effective imprisonment.

The case highlights ongoing concerns about repeat domestic violence and the use of technology to facilitate intimidation.