A scandal is unfolding in Panama following the tragedy that occurred on Monday under the Bridge of the Americas. Officials have launched an investigation targeting the former director of Senniaf, who is accused of wrongdoing during his tenure. His 'Perredista friends' have already started 'singing' about his misdeeds. Also in the spotlight is an advisor and former mayoral candidate in Arraiján, accused of hiring her daughter with an inflated salary of $2,000. According to RM, the owners of the site where the disaster occurred are a Cuban and a Panamanian operator known for shady dealings under various governments. The Labor Department stated that workplace safety is not optional. Authorities also discovered that the company that owned the tankers had previously had a spill in 2022 and was significantly in arrears with the Maritime Authority. The Minister of Labor personally 'slapped the wrists' of the company's owners for causing the 'hell on earth'. Authorities have also turned their attention to the justices of the peace, who are being accused of misconduct.
Panama Scandal: Tragedy Investigation and Political Infighting
A political scandal is erupting in Panama following a major tragedy. The investigation centers on a former official, his allies, and corruption allegations, alongside questions about workplace safety that led to the disaster.