Released Panamanian ex-president at home after court order A court in Panama ordered the release of detained ex-president Ricardo Martinelli, one year after he was extradited from the United States to face corruption charges. The ruling came after attorneys for Martinelli, who stands accused of spying on his political opponents, argued he should be released as Panamanian law bars pre-trial detention beyond one year. IMAGES of Ricardo Martinelli at home following release