Chilean Mayor Accused of 87 State Purchase Orders Despite Conflict-of-Interest Law

Hijuelas Mayor Verónica Rossat allegedly issued 87 purchase orders with the State despite a new law restricting such dealings, following early termination of a $50M contract with the Civil Registry. Her firm, Sociedad Profesionales de la Seguridad Ltda., has received 501 purchase orders, raising conflict-of-interest concerns. The claim is based on El Mostrador reporting; legal status and full evidence remain unverified.

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