The Uruguayan Justice has determined the sentence of former National Party deputy, Enrique Prietoin relation to a case of smuggling and illicit enrichment. This resolution took place in the court of Long Hillafter a careful investigation that was carried out by local authorities.
Prieto, who has his roots in the city of Rio Brancolocated on the border with Brazil, is owner from a renowned fruit and vegetable market on one of the main avenues of the town. His connection to this business activity has been the subject of public attention over the years, especially in the context of the accusations that have arisen about Your business practices and sources of income.
Why was the former National Party deputy convicted?
The investigation that led to Prieto’s conviction began in 2022, at which time evidence was collected pointing towards the existence of a smuggling scheme.
The Police carried out several raids that revealed elements that confirmed the illegal maneuvers. The authorities reported that in the operations they seized not only goods that evidence contraband, but also vehicles that were in an irregular situation. The total amount confiscated during these investigations has an estimated value of $6,408,955, which highlights the magnitude of the operations that were being carried out.
He was sentenced to 24 months in prison that can be spent on probation. Two other people were also convicted in the case along with the white former legislator. One of the other two subjects will face the same sentence as Prieto, while the third received a 12-month sentence, also under a probation regime.
Prieto’s political career
During his political career, Enrique Prieto served as a legislator in the House of Representatives between the years 2010 and 2015when he took over as deputy Pedro Saravia. He also held the position of councilor and was part of the Local Autonomous and Elective Board of Río Branco, where his role within the National Party gave him visibility and responsibility in significant local decisions. However, his career has been tarnished by this recent conviction.
