In Chile, the grandson of the late dictator Augusto Pinochet has been discharged from the army over his public defense of the coup that brought his grandfather to power. Captain Augusto Pinochet Molina made the comment during his speech at his grandfather’s funeral. Earlier Wednesday, Chilean President Michelle Bachelet called Molina’s words unacceptable.
Chilean President Michelle Bachelet: “During the ceremony, an official overstepped the line of command without authorization to speak, abruptly expressing political opinions against the state and certain sectors of society. This constitutes a grave insult. We are sure that the army will know what its duty is.”
Pinochet died on Sunday. During his time of rule, the Chilean government murdered or disappeared more than 3,200 people. Tens of thousands were also tortured.