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Paraguayan Prosecutor Seeks Ex-President Peña
Paraguayan prosecutors search ex-president Peña's summer home amid financial crisis.
In brief
Paraguayan prosecutors search ex-president Peña's summer home amid financial crisis. Paraguayan prosecutors searched ex-president Santiago Peña's summer home in San Bernardino as part of an investigation into alleged Ueno Bank misconduct. Originally reported by CNN Brasil.
Paraguayan Prosecutor Seeks Ex-President Peña
Paraguayan prosecutors conducted a search and seizure at ex-president Santiago Peña's summer home in San Bernardino.
Ex-President Peña's Summer Home
The home is located in the Ciervo Cuá region of San Bernardino, not where Peña is currently detained.
Investigation into Ueno Bank
Prosecutors allege Peña used his presidential power to influence government decisions and keep large public funds in Ueno Bank.
Ex-President Peña's Defense
Peña's lawyer claims he denies all accusations and expects the case to be dismissed.
Political Crisis Deepens
The search follows Peña's removal from office due to Ueno Bank scandal and deepens political and financial crisis in Paraguay.
The bottom line
Paraguayan prosecutors searched ex-president Santiago Peña's summer home in San Bernardino as part of an investigation into alleged Ueno Bank misconduct.
