Summary
A retrial is starting for the death of soccer star Diego Maradona, who died in 2020 from heart failure. The retrial examines if his medical team failed to provide proper care, which might have been a reason for his death. Seven people, including medical staff, are charged, and they deny any wrongdoing.
Key Facts
- Diego Maradona died in November 2020 from heart failure.
- A retrial is happening because the first trial had issues with unauthorized filming.
- Seven members of Maradona's medical team face charges of serious misconduct.
- If found guilty, they could be sentenced to 8-25 years in prison.
- The accused are believed to have neglected Maradona despite knowing his health risks.
- Acute pulmonary oedema, fluid in the lungs, was part of the heart failure cause.
- Prosecutors say he would have had a better chance of surviving with proper care.
- The trial takes place in San Isidro, Argentina, and involves over 100 testimonies.
