Haitian Citizen Placed in Preventive Detention After Vandalizing Santiago Airport for the Second Time
Bony, a Haitian citizen, was placed in preventive detention in Santiago after vandalizing an airport. The Pudahuel Prosecutor's Office is requesting 60 days to investigate the extent of the damage.
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Emanuel Bony, the Haitian citizen who vandalized Santiago Airport for the second time, was placed in preventive detention on Saturday, the 22nd, for a minimum period of 60 days, as ruled by Santiago’s First Court of Guarantee.
Security Lapses and Legal Proceedings
Bony, who had a criminal record and was already subject to a restraining order prohibiting him from entering the airport, was not detained upon entering the terminal. According to Chile’s Aeronautical Code, which defines an "airport or airport premises," Bony could have been intercepted upon entry due to his existing legal restrictions. However, gaps in security protocols prevented the enforcement of this measure.
The Pudahuel Prosecutor’s Office requested a 60-day period to investigate the extent of the damage, its costs, and the circumstances surrounding the incident. During this time, the defense will have the opportunity to challenge the prosecution’s evidence and testimonies.
Potential Sentencing and Deportation Considerations
From a judicial standpoint, Bony could face a sentence ranging from 500 days to several years in prison. The court may also impose additional precautionary measures, such as a travel ban and the requirement to report periodically to authorities.
If convicted with a sentence of less than five years, Article 34 of Chile’s Law 18.216 allows for sentence substitution through deportation. The case has also raised questions regarding Bony’s immigration status, specifically whether he held permanent residency in Chile and how his potential expulsion would be carried out.
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