La Crosse Eau Claire, WI, October 8, 2026 — A new indictment has been filed in the United States against former Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro, according to official records. The charges brought against Maduro include allegations of torture.

The details surrounding the specific U.S. jurisdiction or court where the indictment was filed were not immediately available. The U.S. government has not released further particulars regarding the nature of the torture charges or the evidence supporting them. The former Venezuelan President’s legal team or representatives have not yet issued a public statement concerning the indictment.

Nicolás Maduro served as the President of Venezuela from 2013 to 2023. His presidency has been marked by significant political and economic challenges within the South American nation, as well as international scrutiny regarding human rights and democratic processes. This indictment marks a significant development in the U.S.’s legal actions concerning alleged human rights abuses in Venezuela.

The legal proceedings, once initiated, will likely involve complex international legal considerations. The specific timelines for any potential court appearances or further legal actions are also not yet public. Information regarding the exact dates of the indictment filing or when these charges were formally presented is pending further disclosure.

Further details on the investigation leading to the indictment and any potential extradition requests have not been provided at this time. The U.S. Justice Department has not commented on the matter beyond confirming the indictment’s filing. The alleged acts of torture are central to the charges filed.


Story summarized from the original created by By PHILIP MARCELO, MICHAEL R. SISAK AND JOSHUA GOODMAN – Associated Press on www.wxow.com, see more information here.

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