Cerimedo Cried and Spoke His First Words After Arrest: 'I Want to See My Children'

Fernando Cerimedo, a former advisor to Argentine politician Javier Milei, broke down in tears upon his arrest in Bolivia, pleading, "I want to see my children." Cerimedo faces charges related to the attempted femicide of his partner, Nadia Beller, who is hospitalized with a four-week pregnancy.

During his transfer to a courthouse in Santa Cruz for a preliminary hearing, Cerimedo was met by reporters. Visibly distressed and crying, he offered no direct answers when questioned about who was behind the attack on Beller or if the shooting was orchestrated. He also physically indicated he did not know when asked if he had summoned Beller to the hotel where she was assaulted.

Cerimedo remained silent on when he last spoke with Beller and what he discussed with Bolivian President Rodrigo Paz, whom he advised before his detention. The hearing was ultimately suspended and rescheduled due to the late arrival of Cerimedo and representatives from the Public Ministry.

The former political consultant's emotional display and denials come amid a developing investigation into the violent incident. His legal situation and the circumstances surrounding the attack on Beller remain under scrutiny.