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Raul Cubas leaves the Asuncion's Court House on way to a military prison after being placed under arrest

Paraguay's former President Raul Cubas has surrendered to authorities to face murder charges in connection with the assassination of his vice president and running mate three years ago.

Mr. Cubas surrendered at a judge's office in the capital, Asuncion, Friday. He was immediately placed under arrest at a military barracks.

The former president resigned in March of 1999 and fled to Brazil amid accussations he has arranged for the murder of his political rival, Vice President Luis Maria Argana.

Former Army chief Lino Oviedo, who fled to Brazil as well, is also wanted in connection with the killing, but Paraguay has been unable to extradite him. If found guilty, Mr. Cubas faces up to 25 years in prison.

Some information for this report provided by AP and Reuters.

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