Larkin Moralesthe young man who lost a leg after being hit repeatedly while riding a motorcycle through the zone 9 of Guatemala Cityassured that he still faces the physical and emotional consequences of the accident that occurred in September 2025. Together with his mother, Monica Cuqueexpressed their concern about the substitute measures awarded to Carlos Ovidio Acevedo Navasprocessed by attempted homicide.
The family also questioned the resolution of the Ninth Criminal Sentencing Court which allowed the accused to continue the process in freedom under substitute measures. According to Cuque, the decision prioritized the rights of the accused and left aside his son’s status as a victim, which is why he confirmed that the resolution was appealed and that, if necessary, they will go to court. Inter-American Court of Human Rights.
During Direct Impactof Guatevision, Larkin and Monica They talked about the physical and emotional recovery process that the young man has faced since the accident, the difficulties of adapting to his new reality and the legal actions promoted by the family after the judicial resolution that benefited the defendant.
“Everything changed, now it’s a relearning”
Larkin stated that he continues to face the physical and emotional consequences of the accident, to the point of avoiding watching the videos of the moment he was hit because they affect his emotional state.
The young man assured that he feels “a lot of pain” and that his life changed completely after losing a leg. Despite this, he explained that he decided to resume his studies to continue with his life project.
“As a result of everything that happened I decided to continue my studies this year. I am currently studying a technical degree in Nursing and I hope to finish it this year.“, he expressed.
His mother reported that the recovery process It has meant starting again activities that were previously daily.
“The process is quite hard, especially because everything is different, everything is a relearning. It’s like when a child starts doing everything for the first time.“he stated.
Cuque explained that simple actions such as walking, getting up, opening a door or moving around the house represent a new challenge for his son.
“What is normal for some of us, like standing up and walking or opening a door, leaving or entering, he now does it differently.“, he commented. However, he highlighted the strength with which Larkin has faced his recovery.
“The spirit, the survival force of the human being and the positivism that gives a person the desire to move forward makes it possible to try to do things. Not the same, never the same“he added.
They question the judicial resolution
During the interview, Mónica expressed her disagreement with the resolution that allowed Carlos Ovidio Acevedo Navas to continue the criminal process under alternative measures.
As he explained, during the hearing the judge emphasized the rights of the defendant.
“What we realized is that he did take into account the human rights of the accused. He placed a lot of emphasis on international treaties and that was the main mention he made at all times.“he noted.
He added that he is concerned that the resolution refers to “possible injuries“, when the amputation of his son’s leg is a proven fact.
“Cannot say possible injuries because amputation is a fact“he stated.
Cuque also maintained that during the hearing he did not perceive that the rights of the victim be addressed. “He focused on all the documentation presented by the defense of the accused.“, he expressed.
Likewise, he confirmed that both his lawyer and the Public Ministry (MP) They filed an appeal and that, if the legal actions in Guatemala are not successful, they will go to international bodies.
“We have been very patient and have tried to trust the system. If after the protection the justice system does not give us a viable response, we will definitely go to the Inter-American Court of Human Rights to denounce this fact.“he indicated.
“Keep fighting for my future”
Asked about his goals, Larkin assured that his desire to complete his professional training and help other people remains intact.
“Like every university student, I want to graduate, work, get a degree, continue fighting for my future and help people for what I am studying.“, he expressed.
He also reported that in the coming weeks he will enable social media accounts to share information with those who wish to provide support.
Context of the case
Carlos Ovidio Acevedo Navas will face a designated trial attempted homicideafter, according to the investigation of the M.P.repeatedly rammed Larkin while he was riding a motorcycle in September 2025. As a result of the incident, the victim suffered the amputation of a leg.
He Ninth Criminal Sentencing Court recently granted alternative measures to the defendant, including house arrest, arraignment, periodic appearance before the M.P. and the payment of an economic bond of Q15 thousand. The resolution was appealed by the complaining party.
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