Carlos Negro assured that "whoever does it will pay" after the attack on Ferrero
Interior Minister Carlos Negro asserted this Thursday that "whoever does what they do will pay," in direct reference to the attack on Supreme Court Prosecutor Mónica Ferrero. The phrase, repeated several times during the conference, set the institutional tone with which the minister addressed the progress of the investigation.
From the day of the attack, he explained, the Ministry acted "swiftly" and led the operation to identify those responsible. "Carlos Negro assured that 'whoever does what will pay' and that any attack against institutions will not be tolerated," he emphasized.
So far, five people have been charged, including some of the masterminds. However, Negro clarified that the judicial process remains open and that the police are aiming to dismantle the entire structure behind the crime. "We're not focusing on the weakest members," he stated. "We're raising our sights," he added, referring to their intention to reach the highest levels of the organization involved.
On the other hand, the minister expressed satisfaction with the work of the police teams, although he declined to reveal the specific objectives of the investigation. "Carlos Negro assured that 'whoever does it will pay' and that the police are prepared to face these types of challenges," he said.
Asked about a possible connection with Uruguayan drug trafficker Sebastián Marset , Negro was blunt: "We cannot reveal that information." However, he acknowledged that there is "daily" and "back-and-forth" international cooperation with investigators from other countries.
In another section of the conference, the minister addressed the budget allocated to his ministry, which is currently being discussed in Parliament. "I'm satisfied. The Executive branch has made a great effort, although more is always expected," he commented.
He also addressed the situation regarding homicides reported in recent days. "We are facing epidemic rates. It's a reality that has been going on for years and must be addressed," he said. However, he emphasized that nine of these crimes have already been solved by the police.
In closing, Carlos Negro asserted that "whoever does what they do will pay" and that the institutional message must be clear: there will be no impunity for acts that violate the rule of law.
Institutional reactions and political context
The attack on prosecutor Mónica Ferrero raised concerns across various sectors of the political and judicial system. Although Justice Carlos Negro asserted that "whoever commits these crimes will pay," several institutional actors demanded greater protection for justice officials facing cases linked to organized crime.
In this context, the Association of Magistrates expressed its support for Ferrero and called for strengthening security protocols. For its part, the Attorney General's Office emphasized the importance of maintaining technical independence from external pressure.
Negro, when asked about possible security reforms, declined to advance specific measures, but insisted that "the police are prepared to act firmly against any threat." He also noted that dialogue is ongoing with international organizations to strengthen cooperation in transnational investigations.
The Ferrero case adds to a series of episodes that have strained the relationship between the State and criminal organizations with operational capacity. In this sense, Carlos Negro's message—"whoever does what will pay"—seeks to reaffirm the government's commitment to defending institutions.
Institutional closure and judicial follow-up
The Ministry of the Interior reported that the Ferrero case will continue to be monitored in coordination with the Prosecutor's Office and the Judiciary. Carlos Negro asserted that "whoever does what will pay" and that the State will not back down in the face of threats seeking to destabilize the functioning of democracy. New actions related to the case are expected in the coming days, while operational details remain confidential. The investigation remains active and under the direct supervision of the authorities.
