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Judge to Define First Steps in Héctor Brands Case in Panama

The legal process against former deputy Héctor Brands begins in Panama. His lawyer criticizes the prosecution's actions and emphasizes the need for evidence over public pressure.


Judge to Define First Steps in Héctor Brands Case in Panama

Today, a judge will define the first steps of a process that has already captured the country's attention, with everyone watching, commenting, and demanding answers. "One cannot condemn without clear evidence and real transparency," stated Víctor Orobio. He pointed out that the defense still does not have full access to the case file and warned that social pressure cannot replace procedural truth. "There is widespread anger and distrust against politicians, we know that, but suspicion is one thing and proof is another," he insisted. He added that they expect to face any accusation with arguments and that justice must move forward without scripts or theatricality. The case of Héctor Brands is just beginning to unfold in the courtroom. The former deputy and ex-director of Pandeportes arrived at the Accusatory Penal System of Plaza Ágora with his head down, not showing his face, and still dressed in the same pajama-like clothes he was wearing at the time of his apprehension the day before.