The Venezuelan entrepreneur Roberto Añez, who has faced significant scrutiny over his role in Avior Airlines, now confronts new allegations. A complaint filed with the Financial Crimes Investigation Division of the CICPC accuses him, along with a partner named Manuel Mauris, of deceiving an investor with a supposed sale of industrial oil to PEQUIVEN C.A..
According to the complaint submitted on March 18 by Robert José Marcano Peña, he was offered the chance to participate in a transaction with the state petrochemical company from December 20 to 22, 2024. The testimony states that Añez contacted him directly to request an investment of 80,000 dollars, which was allegedly intended to cover the transportation costs of the product.
The promise was to recover the capital by December 26, and to receive a profit of 40,000 dollars by January 6, 2025.
The complainant claims to have transferred the money through Banesco USA, but he never received the refund or the promised profits. After several attempts to reach out and unsuccessful meetings— the last being on March 14, 2025— Añez and Mauris reportedly ceased responding to calls and messages, as recorded in the case file.
The Shadow of Avior and a History of Controversies
This allegation adds to a long list of controversies surrounding Roberto Añez. Under his management, Avior Airlines has faced multiple questions regarding financial issues, passenger complaints, and lack of operational transparency. This new chapter directly links him to an alleged scam, further tarnishing his public image.
The case has been forwarded to the relevant authorities, and it is possible that more complaints related to this or other similar business operations may arise.
As of now, neither Añez nor Mauris has provided official statements. However, growing public and media pressure may compel them to respond in the coming days.
Meanwhile, it is expected that the Public Ministry will act promptly in this investigation, in a context where impunity in financial crimes continues to erode trust among citizens and potential investors.