Gabriela Vallejo resigned as head of the Anticorruption Office for the Municipality of San José, citing a new professional challenge, Teletica reported. Her departure on October 9 coincides with an active investigation by the Prosecutor’s Office regarding alleged influence peddling.
Resignation Amid an Active Prosecutor’s Investigation
The San José local government confirmed Vallejo’s exit in a brief statement, thanking her for two years of service. Vallejo submitted a 15-day notice, setting her final day in the role for October 28.
Her departure follows public scrutiny over allegations that she advised the owner of a clandestine lottery stand facing closure by the Municipal Police. Both the Fiscalía Adjunta de Probidad, Transparencia y Anticorrupción (FAPTA) and the municipality’s internal audit office opened investigations into the incident.
Despite these inquiries, municipal authorities defended Vallejo’s tenure. The local government stated that her departure stems entirely from her career decision rather than the questioning surrounding her office, adding that officials never doubted her performance.
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The Mandate of the Anticorruption Office
The Anticorruption Office operates as a relatively new department within the municipality. Diego Miranda’s administration established the office specifically to bolster internal controls and administrative transparency.
| Detail | Record |
|---|---|
| Official Resigning | Gabriela Vallejo |
| Role | Head of the Anticorruption Office |
| Institution | Municipality of San José |
| Resignation Date | October 9 |
| Final Working Day | October 28 |
The municipal administration maintains that the criticism aimed at Vallejo was designed to damage the department’s image. Meanwhile, investigators continue their review of the allegations, and the municipality awaits further legal developments as the transition date approaches.
