The Federal Court of Criminal Appeals upheld the 7-year prison sentence imposed on Nahuel Novelino, arrested for drug trafficking, for sending threatening messages from prison against Mayor Leonel Chiarella and former Ministry of Security official Sergio Maidana. He had already been sentenced to 21 years for crimes related to drug trafficking.
The highest criminal court, made up of judges Gustavo Hornos, Javier Carbajo and Mariano Borinsky, rejected the appeal filed by Novelino’s defense against the conviction handed down by the Second Federal Criminal Court of Rosario for the crime of aggravated coercion.
The events of the case date back to January 2023 and were committed by the defendant while he was detained in the Marcos Paz federal prison. Novelino was charged and sentenced for threatening Maidana and Chiarella through messages sent on WhatsApp.
In his messages, the Venado native demanded that officials not transfer him from one prison to another, given that, up to that date, he had been in several federal prisons (including Salta, Ezeiza and Rawson), as part of his uninterrupted detention since July 2020 for crimes linked to drug trafficking.
“Tell them to stop moving me here and there because there are bullets for everyone, starting with Chiarella.“Novelino said in one of the messages sent to Maidana’s cell phone. A second message arrived just days later: “Oh, son of a bitch? There are bullets for everyone.”
The drug trafficker’s defense requested, among other things, that evidence be dismissed because the ministerial official’s phone was not examined. However, the investigation found that the messages came from one of the 10 phones found on the drug trafficker in the different facilities where he was staying.
Several convictions
Novelino was previously arrested and convicted for leading an illicit association that operated in our city. Since April 2016, he has also been charged with crimes investigated by the provincial courts. While serving his sentence, Novelino coordinated and managed the sale of drugs in Venado Tuerto, bought weapons and ammunition for the gang he led, and even did Snapchat with his girlfriend, Lucía Uberti, convicted of being a “hitman” for the Rosario gang Los Monos.
The sentence of 7 years in prison, imposed after the oral debate and ratified by the Court of Cassation, is added to the 21 years in prison that the same Federal Court of Rosario imposed, after splitting the proceedings of the case, due to the abbreviated trial agreement between the accused and the Public Prosecutor’s Office in relation to the facts related to drug crime and a previous conviction by the provincial court.
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Life Behind Bars: The Consequences of Criminal Convictions
In recent news, several individuals have faced severe consequences for their criminal actions, including Nahuel Novelino, Florentino Marcelino Ramonsantiago, and Ridouan Taghi. These cases serve as stark reminders of the gravity of criminal convictions and the importance of upholding justice.
Nahuel Novelino’s 7-Year Sentence
Nahuel Novelino, a drug trafficker, has been sentenced to 7 years in prison for sending threatening messages to Mayor Leonel Chiarella and former Ministry of Security official Sergio Maidana while detained in Marcos Paz federal prison. This sentence is in addition to the 21 years he was already serving for crimes related to drug trafficking. Novelino’s messages, sent via WhatsApp, demanded that officials stop transferring him to different prisons, threatening violence against Chiarella and others if his demands were not met [[3]].
Florentino Marcelino Ramonsantiago’s 25-Year Sentence
In a separate case, Florentino Marcelino Ramonsantiago has been sentenced to 25 years to life in prison after a jury found him guilty of Forcible Rape causing Great Bodily Harm [[1]]. This sentence demonstrates the severe consequences of violent crimes and the importance of holding perpetrators accountable.
Ridouan Taghi’s Lifelong Sentence
A Dutch court has sentenced Ridouan Taghi, a pioneering drug trafficker, to a lifelong prison sentence. Despite his role in creating a global network to import drugs, Taghi will spend the rest of his life behind bars [[3]]. This sentence serves as a warning to those involved in organized crime, highlighting the seriousness with which such offenses are taken.
The Importance of Upholding Justice
These cases demonstrate the importance of upholding justice and holding individuals accountable for their criminal actions. The sentences handed down in these cases serve as a deterrent to others who may consider engaging in similar behavior.
In the case of Nahuel Novelino, his convictions for drug trafficking and threatening officials are a stark reminder of the consequences of illegal activities. Similarly, the sentences of Florentino Marcelino Ramonsantiago and Ridouan Taghi highlight the severity of violent crimes and the importance of protecting society from those who pose a threat.
Petitions for Leniency
In some cases, petitions may be raised to reduce or overturn sentences, as seen in the case of [[2]], where Nahuel Galettini discusses the petitions to free individuals convicted of serious crimes. However, it is essential to remember that the justice system is in place to protect society and uphold the law.
these cases serve as a reminder of the importance of upholding justice and holding individuals accountable for their criminal actions. The sentences handed down in these cases demonstrate the severity with which such offenses are taken, and serve as a deterrent to others who may consider engaging in similar behavior.
What are the long-term psychological effects of incarceration on individuals like Nahuel Novelino who were convicted of serious crimes?
Life Behind Bars: The Consequences of Criminal Convictions
Recent news has seen several individuals face severe consequences for their criminal actions, including Nahuel Novelino, Florentino Marcelino Ramonsantiago, and Ridouan Taghi. These cases serve as stark