# Trial of Yendry Quirós for alleged threats

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/trial-of-yendry-quirs-for-alleged-threats
> Updated: 2026-08-27T21:28:18.000Z. Sources: 6. Developments: 2.

A trial has commenced in San José, Costa Rica, against activist and influencer Yendry Quirós, known as ‘La Colocha’. The proceedings follow the annulment of a previous acquittal after a tribunal cited errors in legal interpretation and evidence assessment.

Quirós faces charges of threatening a public official following a June 2023 protest at the Legislative Assembly. During the incident, she allegedly used a megaphone to direct offensive remarks at former deputy Ariel Robles, including the phrase ‘sacarle el sirope de la nariz’. Robles testified that he interpreted the term as a reference to blood and a threat of physical violence.

The trial has generated political debate regarding security measures. Robles attended the hearing wearing a ballistic vest and accompanied by agents from the Judicial Investigation Organization (OIJ). While Robles noted his participation in the Victim and Witness Protection Program, other political figures, including legislator Nayuribe Guadamuz and former Minister of Justice Marco Feoli, criticized the presence of the vest, with Feoli describing it as ‘disturbing’ amid rising social confrontation.

## Claims

- Ariel Robles attended a judicial hearing accompanied by two agents from the Judicial Investigation Organization (OIJ) and wearing a ballistic vest. (corroborated by 2 sources)
- The trial involves Yendry Quirós, accused of making threats against Ariel Robles. (corroborated by 2 sources)
- Legislator Nayuribe Guadamuz requested explanations from the Judiciary regarding Robles' security measures. (single source)
- Former Minister of Justice Marco Feoli described the use of a ballistic vest at a trial as 'disturbing'. (single source)

## Timeline

### 2026-08-27: Ariel Robles sparks debate after attending trial in ballistic vest

Former Costa Rican deputy Ariel Robles faced scrutiny after attending a trial wearing a ballistic vest and accompanied by OIJ agents, sparking debate over political security and social tension.

6 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/ariel-robles-sparks-debate-after-attending-trial-in-ballistic-vest

### 2026-08-27: Ariel Robles testifies in trial against Yendry Quirós for alleged threats

A new trial has begun in Costa Rica for influencer Yendry Quirós, accused of threatening former deputy Ariel Robles during a 2023 protest.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/ariel-robles-testifies-in-trial-against-yendry-quirs-for-alleged-threats

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