Envoy to Cuba Ousted Amid Fraud Allegations
Mexico’s Foreign Ministry said Ricardo Pascoe would step down as ambassador to Cuba on Monday after he was recalled to face a probe over alleged corruption.
Earlier this month, the ministry said an audit of the Havana embassy found $87,000 worth of fraud that stemmed from skimming cash meant for social functions, authorizing duplicate services and paying for “irregular services.” It said Pascoe was responsible for the money.
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