Kirchner Faces Imprisonment; Grabois Released After Protest
Key Takeaways
- Supreme Court poised to rule on Cristina Kirchner's conviction in the Vialidad case.
- Juan Grabois detained, released after protest occupation at Instituto Nacional Juan Domingo Perón.
- Footballer Cristian 'Perrito' Barrios shot in thigh, detained after incident in Dock Sud.
- Woman murdered in Pinamar; 18-year-old daughter-in-law arrested as main suspect.
- Dock Sud vs Sacachispas match ends in brawl; Lucas Chaparro hospitalized, Alan Buonofiglio charged.
Top Stories
Cristina Kirchner's conviction: Supreme Court decision imminent
On June 8, 2025, reports indicated the Supreme Court is poised to rule on Cristina Kirchner's conviction and potential disqualification from public office in the Vialidad case. Kirchner, on June 7, urged supporters to be ready for her possible imprisonment, linking it to her recent political activities. Unión por la Patria convened an urgent meeting on June 9 regarding this matter.
Juan Grabois detained, released after protest occupation
On June 7, 2025, Juan Grabois and approximately 100 protesters occupied the Instituto Nacional Juan Domingo Perón in Buenos Aires. Grabois was detained but released on June 8 after nearly 12 hours, following a vigil demanding his release. Patricia Bullrich stated the detention was for destroying property and forcibly entering a building.
Footballer 'Perrito' Barrios shot, detained after incident
On June 8, 2025, Cristian Nahuel 'Perrito' Barrios, a Barracas Central footballer, was shot in the left thigh and detained after an incident at a potrero challenge in Dock Sud, Villa Tranquila, Buenos Aires. Two others, Leila García and Pablo Nicolás Godoy, were also injured and testified against Barrios, accusing him of firing the weapon. The injured were transferred to the Fiorito Hospital in Avellaneda.
Woman murdered in Pinamar; daughter-in-law arrested
On June 6, 2025, in Pinamar, Buenos Aires, a 69-year-old woman was found murdered in her house. On June 8, 2025, an 18-year-old daughter-in-law was arrested as the main suspect.
Dock Sud vs Sacachispas match ends in brawl
On June 8, 2025, the match between Dock Sud and Sacachispas in Buenos Aires ended with Dock Sud winning 2-0. A last-minute goal by Mauro Schönfeld triggered a brawl, resulting in Lucas Chaparro being hospitalized and Alan Buonofiglio charged with assault.
Road Alert
Hit-and-run: Motoquero killed in San Antonio de Padua
During the weekend of June 9, 2025, in San Antonio de Padua, Buenos Aires, an unidentified driver struck and killed a 45-year-old motoquero, who worked as a security guard at Hospital Posadas, and then fled. Security cameras at a gas station captured the incident.
Driver crashes into motorcyclist, apprehended by residents
On June 8, 2025, in Buenos Aires, a driver crashed into a motorcyclist and attempted to flee the scene. Local residents apprehended the driver.
BA Buzz
La Salada fair raided again; vendors protest
On June 9, 2025, authorities conducted new raids at the La Salada fair, confiscating merchandise. Workers and vendors protested the police action and demanded the reopening of the premises.
Safety First
Buenos Aires: Police officer faces increased charges
On June 8, 2025, in Buenos Aires, a prosecutor increased the charges against a police officer. The officer potentially faces a sentence of 8 to 25 years in prison.