Former Peruvian President Toledo Seeks Pardon on Health Grounds
Summary
Former Peruvian President Alejandro Toledo, serving a 20-year sentence for corruption, has requested a pardon on humanitarian grounds citing critical health issues.
Key Points
- Former Peruvian President Alejandro Toledo is serving a 20-year prison sentence for corruption.
- He has formally requested a pardon from the government on humanitarian grounds due to worsening health.
- Toledo is at risk of heart attack or stroke as per doctors' warnings.
- The pardon request was submitted shortly before Keiko Fujimori, his political rival, takes office.
