The dismissal of Cecilia Goyeneche has been annulled and she returns as anti-corruption prosecutor of Entre Ríos
Cecilia Goyeneche has been reinstated as the anti-corruption prosecutor of Entre Ríos after the annulment of her dismissal related to allegations against former governor Sergio Urribarri.
Cecilia Goyeneche, the anti-corruption prosecutor of Entre Ríos, has been reinstated following a ruling from the Superior Court of Justice that annulled her dismissal. Goyeneche had been dismissed after pursuing corruption cases against the convicted former governor Sergio Urribarri and his officials. Her return marks a significant victory for the independence of prosecutors in Argentina, particularly in high-profile corruption cases.
During her four-year legal battle, Goyeneche faced significant challenges from those implicated in corruption allegations, but she remained steadfast in her pursuit of justice. In a statement to LA NACION, she expressed her satisfaction with the ruling, highlighting that this situation arose from a belief among some individuals under investigation that they were entitled to impunity. She emphasized the importance of the investigations she led, which brought to light corruption within the administration.
Now that Goyeneche has regained her position, she is hopeful for a final confirmation of Urribarri's conviction and the ongoing investigation into the contracts that were part of the corruption cases. This reinstatement not only restores her role but also symbolizes a stance against corruption and a commitment to judicial integrity within the Argentine legal system.