Guatemala Seeks Arrest of Former CICIG Officials, Interpol Alert Issued

Guatemala Issues Arrest Warrants for Former CICIG Officials Guatemala City – In a significant development in the ongoing fight against corruption, the Guatemalan Public Ministry (MP) has issued arrest warrants for several high-profile individuals, including former International Commission Against Impunity in Guatemala (CICIG) commissioner Iván Velásquez and the current Attorney General of Colombia, Luz Adriana Camargo. The warrants, issued on June 2nd, 2025, stem from an investigation into alleged illicit association, obstruction of justice, influence peddling, and collusion. "The Third Appeals Court, at the request of the Special Prosecutor's Office against Impunity, has ordered the arrest," stated a spokesperson for the MP, confirming the issuance of the warrants. The MP also announced that Interpol alerts have been issued to facilitate the apprehension of the individuals, who are accused of causing the Guatemalan state to lose over three billion quetzales. The arrests are a significant blow to those who seek to undermine the rule of law in Guatemala. The MP's commitment to combating corruption and impunity is evident in this decisive action. The international cooperation through Interpol demonstrates a commitment to bringing those responsible to justice, regardless of their location or previous positions.