Prosecutors to Summon Ex-Security Official Over Angie Peña Case

Published on Honduras Daily · Jul 25, 2026 · Originally reported July 24, 2026 by El Heraldo

The Public Ministry will formally question former Deputy Security Minister Julissa Villanueva and demand the evidence she claims to hold about the disappearance of Angie Peña, after she publicly accused the Criminal Investigation Agency (ATIC) of obstructing the investigation.

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Also reported by: Once Noticias, Radio Cadena Voces (RCV)

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