Jovenel Moïse Assassination Trial: Mario Palacios Testifies on Finding President’s Body

New details have emerged from the U.S. Federal Court as the first trial regarding the July 7th assassination of Haitian President Jovenel Moïse moves forward. Mario Antonio Palacios Palacios, a key figure in the investigation, provided a chilling eyewitness account of the scene inside the presidential residence.

Discovery Inside the Presidential Bedroom

During his testimony this morning, Palacios detailed the moments following the initial breach of the residence in Pèlerin. He stated that he entered the President’s bedroom shortly after a primary group of three Colombian mercenaries had already been inside.

Upon entering the room, Palacios testified to seeing two bodies. He formally identified the victims as President Jovenel Moïse and his wife, First Lady Martine Moïse.

Key Developments in the Federal Trial

This statement is a critical piece of evidence in the ongoing federal trial taking place in the United States. As one of the first suspects to face the American judicial system in relation to this case, Palacios’ testimony offers a direct look into the timeline of the commando operation.

Major points from today’s hearing:

The Timeline: Palacios confirms entering the room after a lead group of three Colombians.

Victim Identification: Direct confirmation of seeing both the President and the First Lady on the scene.

Legal Setting: Testimony delivered under oath in a U.S. federal courtroom.

Impact on the Investigation

The assassination of Jovenel Moïse on July 7, 2021, remains a focal point for international justice. These latest revelations help investigators piece together the movements of the various groups involved in the attack. As the trial continues, more information is expected to surface regarding the coordination between the mercenaries and the masterminds behind the plot.

Rédactrice Claire