Union Leader Surrenders After Sexual Assault Charges

Union Leader Diojenio Espinoza Surrenders to Panamanian Authorities Bocas del Toro, Panama – In a significant development in an ongoing investigation, Diojenio Espinoza, a prominent leader of the Sindicato Único Nacional de Trabajadores de la Industria de la Construcción y Similares (Suntracs), turned himself in to authorities earlier today. Espinoza had been on the most-wanted list since May, facing charges of sexual assault. He was accompanied by his lawyers as he surrendered to the Judicial Investigation Directorate (DIJ) in Bocas del Toro. "We will face the accusations against us and hope to come out of this well," Espinoza stated in a video released on social media upon his arrival at the DIJ. His statement reflects the high stakes involved in this case. The arrest comes after authorities issued warrants on May 22nd for Espinoza and Erasmo Cerrud Pinzón, Suntracs' defense secretary. A $10,000 reward remains in effect for information leading to Cerrud Pinzón's apprehension. The ongoing investigation underscores the commitment of Panamanian authorities to addressing such serious crimes.