Former Venezuelan leader Nicolas Maduro may face additional allegations. His wife, Cilia Flores, is also expected to be charged. The case involves Americans who were detained by the Venezuelan government.

More than a dozen Americans were wrongfully held in prisons. They allegedly suffered torture during their detention. Further details about the case are available from sources familiar with the matter.

An attorney for Maduro has not received notice of new charges. Flores is scheduled to appear in federal court for a bond hearing.