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Diego Maradona's Final Hours Detailed in Homicide Trial Testimony

Forensic experts reveal prolonged suffering and foreseeability of Maradona's death as seven healthcare professionals face charges of negligence.

Overview

  • Testimony from forensic experts confirms Diego Maradona endured at least 12 hours of agony before his death in November 2020.
  • Key evidence presented highlights that Maradona's symptoms, including water accumulation in his lungs, were apparent and should have been addressed days earlier.
  • The house where Maradona was under home hospitalization was deemed unsuitable for medical care by forensic specialists.
  • The seven defendants, including Maradona's personal physician and psychiatrist, face charges of 'homicide with possible intent' and could receive prison sentences of 8 to 25 years if convicted.
  • The trial, expected to run until July 2025, has drawn intense public attention, with nearly 120 witnesses scheduled to testify.