Details of Andrés Hurtado’s arrest in a clinic in San Borja
Andres Hurtadohost of the well-known television program ‘Because today is Saturday with Andrés’, was unexpectedly arrested by the Division of Investigation of Highly Complex Crimes (Diviac)The arrest took place at the Novo Q Clinic, where Hurtado was hospitalized.
The renowned artist faces serious accusations of influence peddling and money laundering, charges that also involve the Siucho-Miu Lei family and to judges Elizabeth Peralta, Paola Valdivia and María Delfina Vidal La Rosa Sánchez. The arrest warrant was issued by the Judiciary at the request of prosecutor Alcides Chincay, of the Second Transitional Supreme Prosecutor’s Office Specialized in Crimes Committed by Public Officials.
After the news was made public, reactions on social media were quick to appear, especially given that Andrés Hurtado, popularly known as ‘Chibolín’, is a controversial personality on Peruvian television.
Andrés Hurtado detained in clinic.
One of the first to spread the news was the TikToker of showbiz Ric La Torrewho posted a photo of the driver and commented on his X account (formerly Twitter): “Andrés Hurtado arrested. The press is waiting outside the Novo Clinic for the transfer of the TV host.” Her post generated an avalanche of comments among users, who did not hesitate to give their opinion on what happened.
Among the most prominent were those who pointed out that Hurtado, far from being in hiding, seemed to be taking advantage of the media attention. “Chibolín was never in hiding, on the contrary, I think this is perfect for Dina because Cerrón is still in hiding and this government is still in the air,” commented one user. Others thought that the situation was like a “circus” that Hurtado had wanted, suggesting that the host enjoyed the public attention: “The circus has started, what Chibolín always wanted, that is, the attention of cameras, lights, etc. Now he has it.”
Some speculated about possible legal consequences for the television host. “Andrés Hurtado will become an effective collaborator and it will be a mega trial of the entertainment industry,” one Internet user commented. Others were more critical, calling Hurtado a “pimp” and pointing out his relationship with other criminals: “The pimp Chibolín was arrested on a preliminary basis and perhaps it was his arrogance that foolishly made him fall into the trap.”
Andrés Hurtado detained in clinic.
The journalist Fernando Llanos He also shared exclusive images of Hurtado being arrested and confirmed that he was given a seven-day preliminary detention sentence. “Andrés Hurtado was given a 7-day preliminary detention order. Diviac carried out an operation”posted on his X account.
Andrés Hurtado detained in clinic.
In addition, another aspect that caught the attention of showbiz fans was the recorded broadcast of the program. ‘Magaly TV The Firm’Many users were waiting for the TV host’s reaction.
The Farándula Perucha account was one of the first to point out the curious nature of Magaly’s recorded episode: “What happened? ‘Magaly TV La Firme’ was recorded. Why would that be? It must be to avoid the Andrés Hurtado issue”This comment created a stir, prompting others to ask for the journalist’s respective comments.
Andrés Hurtado detained in clinic.
Among the journalists who have been covering the case from outside the Novo Q Clinic, where Hurtado was arrested, was Phillip Butters. During his show ‘Combutters’, the host commented on the seriousness of the situation: “They have located him, they have entered the clinic and they are going to take him into custody. This is not a joke, this is not a show, this is not Saturdays with Andrés; this is justice and he is going to have to know what to say and what to do with evidence.”
Andrés Hurtado detained in clinic.
Butters was emphatic in stressing that this case is far from the entertainment that usually accompanies Hurtado’s public image. “Prison is not a show, it is hell,” said the journalist, in a harsh criticism of the television host.
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Another journalist who has also given his opinion on the case of Andres Hurtado is Augustus Thorndikewho was invited to the program ‘Magaly TV The Firm’ the same night that Hurtado’s preliminary detention was ordered.
Thorndikewho had been one of the first to uncover the Miu Lei family case, confirmed that he is a friend of the host, which generated a surprised reaction in Magaly Medinawho called him “brave” for making such a statement.
The journalist expressed his astonishment at the revelations that came to light about Hurtado’s illegal activities, commenting: “It has shown us how rotten the entire justice system is.” The journalist also stressed the importance of the authorities taking action on the matter.
Andrés Hurtado detained in clinic.
The Former Attorney General Katherine Ampuero Meza He announced, through his X account, that Andrés Hurtado “when he sees himself deprived of his freedom, will accept effective collaboration and begin to talk.”
“We hope that the Attorney General’s Office is not selective in its investigations regarding information and those involved in irregular acts, as has been the case with Jaime Villanueva’s collaborator,” he said.
