Panama's Attorney General to send Unachi case to anti-corruption prosecutors

Panama's Attorney General, Javier Caraballo Gómez, announced that the case involving the National University of Panama (Unachi) will be transferred to the Anti-Corruption Prosecutor's Office. This decision comes in the wake of the rector's resignation, signaling a move towards a specialized investigation into potential corruption.

The Attorney General clarified the scope of ongoing investigations related to a recent escape from the La Joyita prison. He emphasized that these probes are strictly focused on the inmates who unlawfully left the facility and do not extend to public officials who may have been involved in security lapses.

This distinction highlights the legal approach being taken, separating the investigation of the prison break from the broader corruption allegations surrounding Unachi. The transfer of the Unachi case indicates a commitment to addressing potential financial or administrative misconduct within the university system.