A federal judge ordered urgent protection measures on March 28 for Vanesa Elizabeth Tossi, secretary at JAG Executive Aviation, as part of the ongoing investigation into Chief of Cabinet Manuel Adorni’s private flights to Punta del Este.
The case has drawn attention due to allegations that high-ranking officials may have used private aviation services under questionable circumstances. The integrity of witnesses and the collection of evidence are central concerns in this process.
According to court documents, Judge Ariel Lijo acted after a formal request from Federal Prosecutor Gerardo Pollicita. The request followed Tossi’s complaint that journalist Marcelo Grandio—identified as a friend of Adorni and a key figure in the investigation—had harassed her through repeated calls, messages, and an intimidating legal notice while she was testifying about details of the flight. The judge ordered Grandio not to contact Tossi by any means or approach her home or workplace.
Tossi stated during her testimony that Grandio made payment for the controversial flight and asked that no invoice be issued for the service. She said these actions were intended to intimidate her and influence her statements regarding the ongoing inquiry into public officials’ use of private flights.
Prosecutor Pollicita has launched a parallel investigation into possible criminal acts involving threats and coercion against Tossi. In his filing, he said Grandio’s actions go beyond causing discomfort; they constitute clear attempts at pressure threatening both the freedom and psychological well-being of an essential witness.
Judge Lijo also directed authorities to formally investigate all reported incidents by extracting records from Tossi’s testimony and supporting documentation. He emphasized that these restrictions are designed not as punishment but as safeguards “to preserve the mental integrity of the witness” and protect “the process of gathering evidence in a case involving senior public officials’ use of private services.” With these steps, judicial authorities aim to ensure an unimpeded inquiry into Adorni’s travel arrangements.
