Photographer Pablo Grillo Continues to Show Improvement: Recalling His Name and Writing It Down
In a hopeful turn of events, Pablo Grillo, the 35-year-old photographer who sustained a head injury during recent protests in Buenos Aires, is showing promising signs of recovery. Grillo is currently being treated at the Hospital Ramos Mejía, where his condition remains delicate but is steadily improving.
According to ámbito.com, the latest developments include Grillo recognizing his father and, remarkably, being able to recall and write his own name. These milestones mark significant progress in his recovery journey. «Pablo escribió. Emiliano Grillo, su hermano, me acaba de enviar esto. Esta mañana los médicos lo sentaron y le preguntaron su nombre y si sabía por que estaba ahí. Pablo escribió dos veces su nombre y la palabra Abuelo o Abuela», Gamarnik said.
Details of Grillo's Progress
Cora Gamarnik, a professor and researcher in photojournalism, shared the encouraging news on social media. She reported that Grillo was able to write his name twice and also penned the word "Abuelo" or "Abuela." This development came after Grillo's father, Fabián Grillo, recounted a heartwarming moment when his son recognized him and greeted him with "Hola, viejo" (Hello, old man).
Fabián Grillo, visibly moved, told journalist Hernán Nucera, «I was talking to him like he was a child, and then he greeted me and squeezed my hand.» He added that Pablo’s friends have been visiting him, and they even sang him a song by the rock band La Renga.
Family to Pursue Legal Action
Alongside the positive updates on Pablo's health, his family – his mother, father, and brother – are actively pursuing legal action. They have filed a lawsuit as plaintiffs in the Federal Criminal and Correctional Court No. 1, seeking to determine responsibility for the injuries Pablo sustained during the government's response to protests near Congress on March 12.
In their 22-page document, the family is requesting evidence to establish the accountability of political authorities for the actions of security forces. Their requests include access to communications logs, personnel deployment lists, operational protocols, radio communications, service orders, and details of weaponry and ammunition used during the event.
Officials Named in the Legal Action
- Patricia Bullrich, the Minister of National Security
- Claudio Miguel Brilloni, the National Director of the Gendarmería Nacional (GNA)
- Héctor Ferreira, the head of Mobile Detachment 6 of the GNA
- Marcelo Fabián Porra Melconian, the head of Region I Command of the Province of Buenos Aires
The Importance of Transparency and Accountability
The Grillo family's pursuit of legal action underscores the importance of transparency and accountability in incidents involving law enforcement and public safety. The investigation aims to shed light on the circumstances surrounding Pablo Grillo's injury and to ensure that those responsible are held accountable.
Looking Ahead
As Pablo Grillo continues his recovery, the outpouring of support from friends, family, and the wider community is undoubtedly playing a vital role. His progress is being closely monitored, and further updates are expected as he continues to heal. The parallel legal proceedings will be crucial in determining the factors that led to his injury and in preventing similar incidents in the future.
The case is also raising questions about the appropriate use of force by security forces during public demonstrations and the need for clear guidelines and training to prevent injuries to journalists and other civilians. The outcome of the investigation and legal proceedings could have significant implications for how protests and public gatherings are policed in Argentina.
We are remaining attentive to new updates on the health status of Pablo Grillo and in the judicial process initiated by his family, hoping for a prompt and complete recovery, and for the search of justice.
