José Breijo, the only Uruguayan political prisoner held in Venezuela, has died at the age of 71 while under house arrest. Breijo was detained in late 2023 after attempting to sell a photograph allegedly depicting offices belonging to an Islamist group in Caracas. Reports indicate he needed funds for a medical operation at the time of his arrest. Details surrounding the circumstances of his death have not been widely released. His case drew attention as a rare instance of a Uruguayan citizen being imprisoned in Venezuela on politically sensitive charges. Breijo’s detention raised concerns among human rights observers regarding due process and the vulnerability of individuals facing financial hardship. Further investigation is needed to clarify the details surrounding both his arrest and passing.