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Venezuela arrests Gen. Javier Marcano

Charged with treason

Venezuela arrests Gen. Javier Marcano

General Javier Marcano Tabata, head of counterintelligence and the presidential honor guard in Venezuela, has been arrested. He is accused of treason. According to investigators, the general passed secret information to American intelligence, allegedly aiding the operation to capture Nicolas Maduro, and also disabled air defense systems, leaving the country vulnerable to foreign interference. Official sources confirm his arrest and state that the investigation is ongoing.

Context

Marcano previously headed the counterintelligence service and the presidential guard unit.

Summary:

Venezuelan General Javier Marcano Tabata was arrested on charges of treason, including passing information to U.S. intelligence.