The Andrade appeal in Aruba’s “New York” police-radio case has reached the end of its hearing, with prosecutors seeking an 18-month prison sentence, six months suspended, according to 24ora. The outlet reports that judgment is scheduled for November 17 at 1:30 p.m.
Prosecution and defence present different positions
The prosecution argued that press freedom does not permit bribery to obtain confidential police information. The defence stressed public-interest reporting and sought a fully suspended prison term if the conviction is upheld, potentially combined with community service. The sentencing request is not a new court judgment.
Appeal follows earlier conviction
The source reports that Nelson “Speed” Andrade was convicted in December 2024 of active bribery and complicity in breaching official secrecy. It says the first-instance sentence was 18 months, with 12 months suspended, plus 240 hours of community service. This report concerns the subsequent appeal hearing, distinct from earlier coverage of postponements. The source, 24ora, identifies Andrade’s reporting work with its own platform.
Source: Read the original 24ora report.
