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Corruption investigations in Panama

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Panamanian prosecutors have conducted several investigations resulting in provisional detentions, most notably regarding a major corruption case involving the General Directorate of Revenues (DGI). Initial investigations into the DGI alleged that suspects paid public officials to manipulate tax platforms, causing losses exceeding $21 million. Following these developments, an appeals court ruled that Publio De Gracia, the former director of the DGI, will remain in provisional detention. The court rejected requests for house arrest or electronic monitoring, citing risks of evidence destruction and potential harm to public assets. De Gracia faces charges of alleged unjust enrichment and money laundering after findings indicated he accumulated approximately $724,682 in unexplained funds between 2019 and 2024. This case is part of broader investigations, including operations Cuestor and Pandora, which have targeted a network involved in embezzlement, forgery, and money laundering, leading to the apprehension of over 16 individuals. ~~In recent legal proceedings, the Superior Court of Appeals reaffirmed its denial~~ As of ~~house arrest for De Gracia, ensuring he remains in custody as the investigation into the alleged $724,000 in unexplained funds continues. Recent reports confirm that~~ September 2026, De Gracia remains in ~~provisional~~ detention following the court's ~~rejection of~~ decision to deny his request for house arrest due to the ongoing risks of evidence destruction and the allegations of unjust enrichment.

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