Corruption scandal: Jessica Tejada faces legal restrictions due to the Metro case.

Former volleyball player Jessica Tejada Guzmán finds herself in a legal situation that has captured the country's attention, as her travel ban abroad has been extended by the Judiciary. The decision, which prolongs the restriction on leaving the country for an additional 10 months, is part of an investigation related to the Lima Metro case, where accusations of money laundering and the alleged involvement of several former officials in acts of corruption have come to the forefront. Judge Richard Concepción, from the First National Pre-Trial Investigation Court, justified his decision by stating that the conclusion of the oral trial and the issuance of a verdict are still awaited. This measure was requested by the Public Prosecutor's Office, which considers it necessary to maintain the travel prohibition to ensure that those under investigation present themselves before justice and do not evade their responsibilities. At the center of the accusations is Jorge Luis Cuba Hidalgo, Tejada's former partner and former Deputy Minister of Communications. He is accused of having received bribes from Odebrecht in connection with the construction of Lima's Line 1 metro, a project that has been surrounded by controversies and corruption scandals. According to the prosecution, Tejada allegedly acted as a front for Cuba, implying that her involvement in these acts could be more than symbolic. The prosecution claims that Tejada Guzmán has a significant role in an offshore account named Hispamar International Inc., which was opened by Cuba in Andorra. It is alleged that this company was used to conceal the flow of money that would have come from illicit activities. In this regard, Tejada is accused of being a direct beneficiary of a scheme that, according to authorities, is linked to bribery payments made by Odebrecht. The figures are alarming: it is estimated that Jorge Cuba received around 2 million dollars in his Hispamar account from an offshore company related to Odebrecht between July 2013 and April 2014. This money, according to prosecutors, is part of a corruption network that has affected the Peruvian state and has had repercussions on public trust in institutions. Not only is Jessica Tejada under scrutiny, as other former officials from the Ministry of Transport and Communications are also being investigated. Edwin Luyo Barrientos and Miguel Ángel Navarro Portugal face similar charges and are under the same investigation by the Public Prosecutor's Office. The seriousness of the accusations has led the prosecutorial entity to request prison sentences of up to 35 years for those involved, in an attempt to deliver justice and restore public confidence. Tejada's situation has sparked a public debate regarding the responsibility of athletes in the political and economic life of their country. Many are questioning how a public figure, who once shone in volleyball, has become embroiled in a scandal of such magnitude. This case highlights the need for greater transparency and accountability in public management and its ties to the private sector. As the trial progresses, Tejada's defense has expressed disagreement with the accusations and the travel ban. However, the prosecution remains firm in its stance, arguing that the evidence of guilt is sufficient to maintain the restriction. This is a critical moment not only for the former volleyball player but also for the future of the judicial system in Peru and the fight against corruption. The case of Jessica Tejada Guzmán underscores the challenges Peru faces on its path to justice and integrity. As society closely follows this investigation, the expectation is that decisions will be made that not only punish the guilty but also strengthen social fabric and restore trust in institutions. The fight against corruption is a daunting but necessary task for building a more transparent and just future.