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Garbellini Files Defense in ANDIS Corruption Probe, Denies Role and Blames Spagnuolo

Prosecutors focus on testimony plus seized notebooks after setting aside leaked audios.

Overview

  • On Dec. 23, Daniel María Garbellini submitted a 30‑plus page written defense asserting he never joined a criminal organization.
  • He argues former ANDIS head Diego Spagnuolo held the signature and decision-making power, including control over purchasing information systems.
  • The investigation led by prosecutor Franco Picardi targets alleged kickbacks and overpricing in medicine purchases through Incluir Salud that benefited select suppliers.
  • Roger Grant, the only defendant to testify so far, said he took operational instructions from Garbellini on bidding, timelines, and system actions, while not describing bribe payments.
  • Investigators are analyzing notebooks seized from Miguel Ángel Calvete’s home that reference Garbellini, treating the entries as documentary leads in the case.