Mario Godoy and Henry Gaibor failed to appear at the Prosecutor's office to provide statements in a case concerning an accusation Godoy made against attorney Washington Andrade.
Mario Godoy, a former president of the Judiciary Council of Ecuador, and Henry Gaibor, former director of the Judiciary Council in Pichincha, did not attend a scheduled court hearing at the Prosecutor’s office in Quito, as part of an investigation stemming from a complaint Godoy filed against lawyer Washington Andrade. This absence raises questions regarding their willingness to engage with ongoing legal proceedings and the implications of their testimonies on the case.
The investigation revolves around allegations made by Godoy and another individual, Jorge Carrillo, against Andrade. Andrade has sought testimony from Gaibor, Godoy, and Carrillo to clarify what confidential information regarding the so-called "Pendrive case" has been improperly disclosed. Specifically, Andrade is interested in determining the source of any alleged leaks and whether they originated from his legal practice, which could reflect on the integrity of the judicial process in Ecuador.
The involvement of Judge Nubia Vera adds another layer to this case, as she is associated with the Pendrive accusation against Andrade. The developments in this case underscore the tensions within Ecuador’s judiciary system, especially regarding accountability among its members, and highlight the complicated dynamics between legal professionals within the judicial framework.
