Sebastián Piñera’s autopsy lasted four hours and the results have already been delivered to the former president’s family. The prosecutor of the Ríos region, Tatiana Esquivel, revealed that the former president of Chile died due to asphyxiation due to submersion.
«This forensic data allows us to develop a more probable hypothesis of what the dynamics of this plane crash would have been like.“said prosecutor Esquivel.
A multidisciplinary team of people, coordinated by the Los Ríos Prosecutor’s Office, continues the investigations into the precise causes of the death of the Chilean presidentwho died after the helicopter he was piloting crashed over Lake Ranco.
At the moment, the two main versions that are being considered cannot be clarified: a technical problem resulting from the bad weather conditions in the area, with strong wind and rain, or some physical problem for the 74-year-old president, which would have caused him to lose the control and not being able to remove the seat belt.
However, the prosecution pointed out that the investigation is still ongoing and follows two other lines: the helicopter expert report and the interrogation of the three survivors of the accident, Magdalena Piñera (sister of the president) and the businessman and friend Ignacio Guerrero with his son. , who managed to swim out.
Piñera, a passionate pilot
Piñera was a passionate pilot who, according to those closest to him, made sure to fly the hours necessary to keep his license valid.
The body was transferred from Valdivia to Santiago, where it will be laid to rest in the Hall of Honor of the old National Congress, in the capital.
Chile’s recovery after the devastating 2010 earthquake, the rescue of the 33 miners trapped for more than two months in the San José mine, the wave of demonstrations in 2019, the pandemic and the early vaccination against the coronavirus are some of the milestones that marked his two governments.
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**Interview with Prosecutor Tatiana Esquivel on the Autopsy Results of Sebastián Piñera**
**Editor:** Thank you for joining us today, Prosecutor Esquivel. The news of Sebastián Piñera’s death has sent shockwaves through Chile and beyond. Can you tell us more about the autopsy results and what they reveal?
**Prosecutor Esquivel:** Thank you for having me. The autopsy took approximately four hours, and we have now delivered the results to Mr. Piñera’s family. It has been determined that he died due to asphyxiation from submersion, which unfortunately indicates a tragic accident.
**Editor:** That sounds devastating for the family. You mentioned that the forensic data helps in developing a clearer picture of the circumstances surrounding the incident. Can you elaborate on that?
**Prosecutor Esquivel:** Absolutely. This forensic information allows us to formulate a more plausible hypothesis regarding the dynamics of the plane crash. We are currently working with a multidisciplinary team to analyze all the factors involved. Our aim is to ensure a comprehensive investigation that honors Mr. Piñera’s legacy and provides clarity to the public.
**Editor:** What steps are you taking to investigate the crash further?
**Prosecutor Esquivel:** We are coordinating with aviation experts, forensic specialists, and other stakeholders to gather all relevant evidence. Our focus is on understanding not just the crash itself but the events leading up to it to ascertain if there were any preventable factors involved.
**Editor:** Thank you, Prosecutor Esquivel, for shedding light on this tragic incident. It’s a difficult time for many, and your work is crucial in seeking the truth.
**Prosecutor Esquivel:** Thank you for your understanding and for giving attention to this matter. We will keep the public informed as the investigation progresses.
