BES. Judge again denies the termination of the case against Salgado

Ricardo Salgado will continue to be tried for over 50 crimes, including corruption and money laundering, as the judge rejected his defense's request to suspend the criminal proceedings. Judge Helena Susano emphasized that halting the trial would violate Salgado's presumption of innocence and noted that his mental incapacity does not warrant the termination of the case. Despite his Alzheimer's diagnosis, the judge stated that Salgado retains rights and can still participate in the trial if he chooses. The ruling highlighted the importance of justice for the victims involved and dismissed the defense's arguments as premature, asserting that the trial must proceed to determine culpability.