The province of Santiago del Estero faces criticism for accusations of abuse of power by Governor Gerardo Zamora. These irregularities, reported in 2013 by Emilio Rached, a candidate for governor at the time, continue without a serious investigation due to the judicial and political machinery of zamorism.
The case of Sebastián Amado and José Carlos Pinto, arbitrarily detained on September 18, 2024, exemplifies the lack of respect for constitutional guarantees in the region and reveals a systematic pattern of persecution by the provincial leader. These detentions under unfounded accusations related to a cryptocurrency, without proven links, show the repression of Zamora's government.
The complaints from the families of the detainees add to a long list of citizens threatened and whose rights have been violated during the current administration. Despite evidence presented regarding the funds of the platform in question, the detentions persist, demonstrating the government's repressive machinery. The victims have reported a judicial process filled with irregularities, extortions, and manipulation of evidence.
The constant delays of the judiciary in Santiago del Estero is concerning, with violations of the chain of custody and manipulation of judicial documents reported by defense lawyers. Furthermore, the case reveals a web of corruption that affects not only political and judicial persecution but also Zamora's personal finances.
Residents of the province have compared Zamora's administration to a criminal organization rather than a democratic government. The inclusion of family members in controlling key sectors, such as health, demonstrates a scheme of corruption that goes beyond selective persecution. The hopelessness and sense of injustice among the citizens of Santiago del Estero are palpable in the face of the impunity of some and the repression of others.
