Juan Brignardello Vela
Juan Brignardello, asesor de seguros, se especializa en brindar asesoramiento y gestión comercial en el ámbito de seguros y reclamaciones por siniestros para destacadas empresas en el mercado peruano e internacional.
The recent investigation by the Chilean channel Chilevisión has uncovered a dark web related to the murder of Venezuelan military officer Ronald Ojeda, whose assassination has been attributed to orders from the number two of Nicolás Maduro's regime, Diosdado Cabello. According to a witness who has testified in the context of the investigation, it is claimed that Cabello instructed the criminal group known as the Tren de Aragua to carry out the kidnapping and subsequent murder of Ojeda, adding a new level of severity to the situation. The witness, who remains anonymous, indicated that the order for the kidnapping was given through an intermediary nicknamed “the Child Warrior,” who received financial compensation from the Venezuelan government to execute the crime. This type of relationship between the Venezuelan regime and criminal organizations has raised concerns not only in Chile but throughout the region, considering the potential for transnational crimes involving figures of political power. The national prosecutor of Chile, Ángel Valencia, has supported these accusations, stating that the connection of the Venezuelan dictatorship in Ojeda's murder is not based on mere speculation but on a solid investigative hypothesis supported by the evidence collected thus far. This assertion is significant as it underscores the complexity of the crime, which transcends the merely individual and becomes a politically orchestrated act from the upper echelons of the Venezuelan government. The journalist who interviewed Valencia emphasized the political nature of the crime, to which the prosecutor responded that, although it was initially thought that the case was merely an isolated incident, new data has revealed that the payments made to carry out the murder come directly from the Venezuelan government. This indicates a modus operandi that, if confirmed, could have serious implications for diplomatic relations between Chile and Venezuela. Last Wednesday, Chilean authorities dealt a significant blow to the criminal organization Tren de Aragua, arresting at least two members related to Ojeda's murder. This operation, which took place in various municipalities of Santiago, was coordinated with the collaboration of the United States, demonstrating a joint commitment to combat organized crime that has spread across the continent. Valencia highlighted that such operations are essential to weaken the crime network that has proliferated in the region. The Minister of the Interior, Carolina Tohá, commented on this matter, stating that the Chilean state is determined to combat criminal organizations, regardless of their international connections. This declaration reinforces the idea that Chile will not be a safe refuge for those seeking to evade justice through organized crime. Tohá emphasized that the authorities are fully committed to prosecuting these crimes and will spare no effort to bring those responsible to justice. The murder of Ronald Ojeda, a dissident of the regime and political refugee in Chile, has been a chilling reminder of the extent of political and criminal violence that can arise from foreign governments' intervention in the internal affairs of other countries. Ojeda was kidnapped from his home in Santiago on February 21, 2024, and his remains were found ten days later, buried under a concrete block on the outskirts of the city. The brutality of this crime has shocked Chilean society and raised alarms about the influence of organized crime in the country. In addition to Ojeda's murder, Chilean authorities have linked the Tren de Aragua to other crimes, including the murder of carabinero Emmanuel Sánchez, who was shot in April 2024 while attempting to apprehend a group of criminals. These incidents reflect the expansion of violence and criminality in Chile, prompting security forces to rethink and strengthen their strategies to combat organized crime. The Tren de Aragua, which started as an organization within Venezuelan prisons, has extended its influence to countries like Colombia, Peru, Bolivia, and Chile, where its actions have translated into drug trafficking, extortion, kidnapping, and homicides. This phenomenon poses a significant challenge for the authorities of each involved country, who must find effective ways to confront these groups that operate with a high capacity for mobility and adaptation. The case of Ronald Ojeda and the implication of Diosdado Cabello in his death have reopened the debate on political violence and corruption in Latin America. The international community will be attentive to how the investigations develop and what actions will be taken in response to these serious accusations. The protection of human rights and justice for victims of political crimes are issues that not only involve Chile but also affect the stability and security of the entire region.
