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Cannibalism Allegations: Survivor Faces $1 Million Lawsuits

11/18/2025

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Jose Salvador Alvarenga is sued for $1 million by the family of his crewmate, Ezequiel Cordoba, who allege cannibalism.
Alvarenga survived 14 months at sea and washed ashore after 438 days.
Cordoba's mother says she does not blame Alvarenga for her son's death.
Alvarenga's lawyer says the suit seeks royalties from a recently published book.
He also faces a separate $1 million breach-of-contract suit from a former attorney.

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Jose Salvador Alvarenga is sued for $1 million by the family of his crewmate, Ezequiel Cordoba, who allege cannibalism.
Alvarenga survived 14 months at sea and washed ashore after 438 days.
Cordoba's mother says she does not blame Alvarenga for her son's death.
Alvarenga's lawyer says the suit seeks royalties from a recently published book.
He also faces a separate $1 million breach-of-contract suit from a former attorney.