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Ex-Nanny Adriana Rivas Extradited to Chile for Kidnapping

4/7/2026

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Adriana Rivas, a former nanny in Sydney, will be extradited to Chile to face aggravated kidnapping charges after losing a seven-year legal battle.
Rivas is accused of participating in the disappearances of seven people, including a pregnant woman, while employed by Augusto Pinochet's secret police.
Justice Michael Lee of the Federal Court dismissed her extradition objections as flawed.
Families of victims expressed relief, while noting the pursuit of justice continues.

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Adriana Rivas, a former nanny in Sydney, will be extradited to Chile to face aggravated kidnapping charges after losing a seven-year legal battle.
Rivas is accused of participating in the disappearances of seven people, including a pregnant woman, while employed by Augusto Pinochet's secret police.
Justice Michael Lee of the Federal Court dismissed her extradition objections as flawed.
Families of victims expressed relief, while noting the pursuit of justice continues.