# Corruption and misconduct investigations in Latin America > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/corruption-and-misconduct-investigations-in-latin-america > Updated: 2026-10-19T13:02:39.000Z. Sources: 43. Developments: 2. Legal proceedings regarding corruption and misconduct have emerged in Honduras and Argentina. In Honduras, a prosecutor in San Pedro Sula was arrested by the Technical Criminal Investigation Agency for allegedly demanding money to close criminal complaints. In Argentina, judicial and law enforcement officials face various charges. In Santa Fe, two police officers received conditional prison sentences and significant fines for bribery related to irregular vehicle verification practices. In Rosario, Judge Gastón Salmain faces a criminal trial for abuse of authority and failure to fulfill duties, alongside accusations of bribery and illicit association. In Río Negro, an investigation is examining over one hundred public agents accused of using false medical certificates to justify absences. A legal debate continues regarding jurisdiction for this case, with defense attorneys arguing that the proceedings should be moved from Viedma to the Alto Valle region, specifically Cipolletti or General Roca, where the alleged misconduct occurred. ## Timeline ### 2026-10-19: Rosario economy declines 3.6% amid commercial and industrial contraction Rosario's economy fell 3.6% in the first seven months of 2026, led by sharp declines in commerce and industry. 39 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/argentine-judicial-authorities-face-misconduct-and-fraud-investigations ### 2026-10-14: Corruption investigations involving officials in Honduras and Argentina Authorities in Honduras and Argentina are addressing corruption cases involving a prosecutor accused of extortion and two police officers convicted of bribery regarding vehicle verification forms. 4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/corruption-investigations-involving-officials-in-honduras-and-argentina --- Cite as: Corruption and misconduct investigations in Latin America. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/corruption-and-misconduct-investigations-in-latin-america