Vito Quiles tracks down judge Peinado during his holiday in Spain
Spanish journalist Vito Quiles finds judge Peinado at his holiday spot to try to interview him, reigniting the debate over the limits of journalism.
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Vito Quiles chases judge Peinado on holiday: journalism or harassment?
Journalist Vito Quiles, known for his aggressive style, has made headlines again after tracking down judge Peinado at his holiday spot to try to interview him. Footage aired by the show "Mañaneros" shows the reporter approaching the judge as he took a quiet stroll. The reaction on social media was swift: while some defend the right to report, others denounce an unacceptable intrusion.
Judge Peinado, who is about to retire, is at the centre of a controversial investigation that has drawn media interest. The fact that a publicly funded programme devoted resources to tracking down a judge in his free time has peine the debate over the limits of investigative journalism. Critics say it amounts to pressure on the judiciary, while the show argues it is fulfilling its watchdog role.
The curious part of the case is that, according to witnesses, the judge greeted the reporter with a wry smile, as if the situation amused him. If the aim was to intimidate, it apparently failed. The question that remains is how far a public broadcaster can go in pursuit of a story.
Journalist Vito Quiles, known for his aggressive style, has made headlines again after tracking down judge Peinado at his holiday spot to try to interview him. Footage aired by the show "Mañaneros" shows the reporter approaching the judge as he took a quiet stroll. The reaction on social media was swift: while some defend the right to report, others denounce an unacceptable intrusion.
Judge Peinado, who is about to retire, is at the centre of a controversial investigation that has drawn media interest. The fact that a publicly funded programme devoted resources to tracking down a judge in his free time has peine the debate over the limits of investigative journalism. Critics say it amounts to pressure on the judiciary, while the show argues it is fulfilling its watchdog role.
The curious part of the case is that, according to witnesses, the judge greeted the reporter with a wry smile, as if the situation amused him. If the aim was to intimidate, it apparently failed. The question that remains is how far a public broadcaster can go in pursuit of a story.
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