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Prosecutor Garrido Believes Llaitul's Sentence "Precisely Reflects the Work We Have Carried Out"

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• Prosecution Secures Conviction for Crimes Under the State Security Law and Other Offenses.

In a landmark ruling in the fight against violence in southern Chile, Héctor Llaitul, leader of the CAM, has been sentenced to 23 years in prison. The sentence was handed down this Tuesday after a trial that found Llaitul guilty of two completed crimes under the State Security Law, violent property usurpation, simple theft, and assault on authority.

Prosecutor Roberto Garrido, who led the case, had initially requested a 25-year prison term. Despite the slight reduction in the sentence, Garrido expressed satisfaction with the outcome, emphasizing the thoroughness of the investigation and respect for the rights of those involved. "This sentence precisely reflects the work we have carried out," stated Garrido.

The judicial process stood out for the quantity and quality of evidence presented, including testimonies, technical expertise, and communication analyses, which placed Llaitul at the crime scenes and linked his involvement in acquiring weapons and ammunition. Garrido noted that Llaitul's appearance carrying weapons contradicted his trial statements and proved the accusations' validity.

Despite Llaitul's conviction, Garrido warned that the CAM, an organization with flexible structures, could reorganize and that Llaitul might continue exerting influence from prison. "The challenge is to remain vigilant about the new organizational forms these groups may adopt," concluded the prosecutor, stressing the importance of preventing future criminal conduct.

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