Former Honduran President Juan Orlando Hernández Sentenced to 45 Years in Drug Trafficking Case

SOURCE www.nbcnews.com
Former Honduran President Juan Orlando Hernández sentenced to 45 years in prison in New York for collaborating with drug traffickers. He was convicted of taking bribes and protecting drug trade. Hernández denied accusations and claimed innocence.

Key Points

  • Hernández sentenced to 45 years in U.S. prison for drug trafficking collaboration
  • Accusations of taking bribes and protecting drug trade proven in trial
  • Hernández denied accepting bribes and claimed innocence
  • Accusations of unjust trial process mentioned by Hernández

Pros

  • Justice served with sentencing of a corrupt former leader
  • Warning sent to powerful individuals who abuse their status

Cons

  • Denial of accusations and claims of innocence by Hernández
  • Perceived unfairness of trial process mentioned by Hernández