The Chilean Prosecutor’s Office investigates the alleged kidnapping of retired lieutenant, Ronald Ojeda Moreno. The former political prisoner, Ivan Simonovis, denounced on his social networks that agents from the General Directorate of Military Counterintelligence (Dgcim) infiltrated Chilean territory and kidnapped the former military man.
According to Radio Bío Bío, unknown persons with a Venezuelan accent posed as immigration officials in Chile and broke into the residence of the former military man who received political asylum at the end of last year.
The Chilean authorities began an operation to find the retired military officer, after his relatives reported his disappearance to the Chilean Public Ministry.
The Special Police Investigations Brigade (BIPE) Anti-kidnapping of the Investigative Police (PDI) reported through a brief note that it is in charge of the investigation, although it cannot “provide further information since it was declared secret.”
On Ojeda Moreno’s social networks, he highlights that in March 2017 he was kidnapped by the Venezuelan government and transferred to the headquarters of the General Directorate of Military Counterintelligence (DGCIM) in Caracas, where he claims to have been tortured. Furthermore, he later managed to escape from the Ramo Verde military prison.
Last month, the Bolivarian National Armed Forces (FANB) demoted 33 soldiers accused of being “traitors” for their alleged involvement in conspiratorial plans against the regime; Ronald Ojeda Moreno appears on that list.
As detailed by the media Infobae, the Venezuelan prosecutor Tarek Saab pointed to Ojeda Moreno as a participant in “White Bracelet”, an alleged plan to attack the Táchira Infantry Division and the First Black Barracks, and then go to Caracas and assassinate the man himself. Ripe.
For his part, Guarequena Gutiérrez, former representative of the interim government of Venezuela, reacted to the disappearance of the former lieutenant of the Venezuelan Army.
“At this time the Venezuelan community is on alert due to the disappearance of Lieutenant Ronald Ojeda Moreno”said Guarequena Gutiérrez. “It is unknown at this moment where he is, whether he left Chile or not, nor can we say who were the ones who kidnapped them, because so far what there is is a video that does not reveal any further facts.”.
“If it is true that they (the kidnappers) are officials sent by the human rights violating regime of Venezuela in Chile, it would be an escalation, a conflict between two nations.“added the former representative of the defunct interim government.
“Recently, the Venezuelan tyranny demoted this officer… The information I receive is that he would already be in Caracas”added lawyer and human rights activist, Tamara Suju.
For his part, Chilean deputy Tomás de Rementería, president of the Foreign Relations Commission, stated that it is “very serious“if it is proven that there was a foreign intelligence operation on Chilean soil:”I am going to ask the House Intelligence Committee to summon the authorities of the intelligence agencies to see the information they have and also to the Foreign Relations Committee to do an analysis of what happened, if there is information and If the Venezuelan Government was asked if this was actually happening”.
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**Interview with Ivan Simonovis, Former Political Prisoner and Activist**
**Interviewer:** Thank you for joining us today, Ivan. Can you share with us the details surrounding the alleged kidnapping of retired lieutenant Ronald Ojeda Moreno in Chile?
**Ivan Simonovis:** Thank you for having me. Ronald Ojeda Moreno’s case is incredibly concerning and highlights the lengths to which the Venezuelan regime will go to silence dissent. Reports suggest that individuals posing as immigration officials infiltrated Chile to carry out this operation. They forcibly entered his home and abducted him, which raises serious questions about the protection of political refugees even in neighboring countries.
**Interviewer:** What do we know about Ojeda Moreno’s background and why he might have been targeted?
**Ivan Simonovis:** Ojeda Moreno was a former member of the Venezuelan military who sought asylum in Chile after enduring severe persecution in Venezuela. He was previously kidnapped by the Venezuelan government and tortured in a military intelligence facility. His recent involvement in reported conspiratorial plans against the regime, which led to his inclusion on a list of soldiers labeled as “traitors,” likely made him a target for retaliation by the Maduro administration.
**Interviewer:** How are Chilean authorities responding to this situation?
**Ivan Simonovis:** The Chilean Prosecutor’s Office has initiated an investigation into his disappearance, with the Special Police Investigations Brigade leading the efforts. However, it’s concerning that the details remain classified at this stage. We hope that they can act swiftly and effectively to locate and secure Ronald’s safety.
**Interviewer:** What impact does this incident have on Venezuelan dissidents living abroad, particularly in countries like Chile?
**Ivan Simonovis:** This incident sends a chilling message to Venezuelan dissidents everywhere. It underscores the risks they face, not just in Venezuela but also in countries where they have sought refuge. It raises concerns about the effectiveness of asylum protections and the need for international support and vigilance to ensure the safety of those who flee dictatorial regimes.
**Interviewer:** What can the international community do to assist individuals like Ojeda Moreno?
**Ivan Simonovis:** The international community must pressure the Venezuelan government to respect human rights and stop these cross-border operations. Additionally, there should be stronger protective measures for political refugees, including increased surveillance of suspected infiltrators and diplomatic support for nations harboring these individuals. Solidarity among nations is essential to safeguard the lives of those who resist tyranny.
**Interviewer:** Thank you, Ivan, for shedding light on this grave situation.
**Ivan Simonovis:** Thank you for covering this important issue. It’s vital that we keep the conversation alive and advocate for those who are being persecuted.
