Mexico teachers union boss arrested for corruption
- Published: 27 Feb 2013 at 18.43
- Online news: World
Elba Esther Gordillo, the head of Mexico's powerful teachers union and an influential political figure, has been arrested for allegedly embezzling millions of dollars for personal use, including plastic surgery and shopping sprees, authorities said.
Elba Esther Gordillo -- the head of Mexico's powerful teachers union and an influential political figure -- waves to photographers during the National Police Day ceremony in Mexico City, on June 2, 2012. Gordillo has been arrested for allegedly embezzling funds for personal use, including plastic surgery and shopping sprees, authorities said.
Attorney General Jose Murillo Karam said Gordillo was arrested Tuesday at the airport of Toluca, some 60 kilometers west of the capital, and was poised to appear before a judge.
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