Maradona doctor was made ‘scapegoat’ for his death, Argentinian court told
Summary
Leopoldo Luque, the doctor charged in the 2020 death of Diego Maradona, and his lawyers say he is innocent and was unfairly blamed. Prosecutors seek up to 12 years in prison, arguing that Luque was negligent, while the defense says Maradona’s death was sudden and could not be predicted.Key Facts
- Diego Maradona died in November 2020 at age 60 from a heart and lung crisis after surgery.
- Leopoldo Luque, Maradona’s neurosurgeon, is charged and faces up to 12 years in prison.
- Seven healthcare workers are on trial for possible negligence related to Maradona’s care.
- Prosecutors say Luque did not act on warning signs and was inactive during Maradona’s illness.
- Luque’s lawyers argue Maradona’s death was caused by an unexpected heart attack.
- Medical tests before surgery showed no heart problems, according to Luque’s defense.
- A court medical commission said Maradona had heart issues that should have been considered.
- Maradona’s death led to nationwide mourning in Argentina during the COVID-19 pandemic.
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