Former President Ricardo Martinelli launched harsh accusations against a subcommissioner of the National Police, whom he accused of falsifying official reports within the investigations related to the Odebrecht case. The subcommissioner carried out these actions following instructions from the former Attorney General Kenia Porcel, indicated the former head of state, who remains the most popular political figure in Panama, according to recent polls. Comparisons and questions about her suitability In a video posted on his social media, Martinelli compared the official to Ilse Koch, known as 'the butcher of Buchenwald,' and openly questioned her professional suitability, despite her promotion to the rank of subcommissioner within the National Police of Panama. The former head of state assured that the officer, without having knowledge in accounting, signed reports that were used to accuse and condemn people linked to the Odebrecht case. Harassment complaints and possible legal actions Martinelli also maintained that the official committed acts of harassment and mistreatment against the investigated and criticized that she can aspire to a special pension, despite the accusations against her. The former President of the Republic held both the subcommissioner and Kenia Porcel responsible for having caused serious damage to numerous Panamanian families. Finally, he announced that he will present a formal accusation against the officer, although he affirmed not having had personal contact with her, and reiterated that she must not continue to exercise functions within the National Police.
