Court hearing on limiting the activity of the "Moldova Mare" Party set for November 13

The court hearing at the Central Court of Appeal concerning the limitation of activities of the "Moldova Mare" Party was interrupted and is scheduled to continue on November 13. The judges requested an advisory opinion from the Supreme Court of Justice to determine whether this case can be referred to the European Court of Human Rights, as the party's lawyer had previously requested. This conclusion is not subject to appeal and does not affect the ongoing examination process, so the hearings for the participants in the trial will proceed at the next session.

Ukrainian woman detained for online scams totaling over two million lei

A 22-year-old woman from Ukraine was detained by law enforcement, suspected of involvement in a criminal group that specializes in online scams in the Republic of Moldova. The total damages caused to victims exceed two million lei.

PHOTO | “Gheorghe Asachi” Lyceum director and company representative detained for corruption in Chisinau

Natalia Bulat, the director of the "Gheorghe Asachi" Theoretical Lyceum in Chisinau, and a representative of a business entity were detained on Thursday, October 30, by the National Anticorruption Center (CNA) for involvement in corruption. Additionally, one of the school's deputy directors and several other business entities are under investigation in connection with the same case.

Man from Cantemir sentenced to years in prison for killing his uncle with a chair

A 34-year-old man from a locality in the Cantemir district was sentenced to 15 years in prison for murder committed with particular cruelty. The incident occurred when he invited his uncle over for a visit. After drinking alcohol together, they got into an argument, which escalated, resulting in the man beating his uncle to death.

30-day arrest for Râșcani district president over alleged destabilization plot in Moldova

The President of the Rascani district, Vladimir Mizdrenco, was placed under preventive arrest for 30 days at the request of the Prosecutor's Office for Combating Organized Crime and Special Cases (PCCOCS). This action is part of an investigation into training conducted in Serbia aimed at preparing for mass disturbances in the Republic of Moldova. Additionally, Municipal Councilor Maxim Moroșanu, the second official implicated in the investigation, is being monitored while at large and is prohibited from leaving the country.

Five witnesses heard in the "bank fraud" case: testimonies about the Edelweiss Foundation and multi-million contracts

On Wednesday, five witnesses testified at a new court hearing related to the "bank fraud" case. Three of these witnesses were former employees of the "Edelweiss" charity foundation, which was founded by Vladimir Plahotniuc. Prosecutors allege that one of the service contracts signed by the foundation was funded with money stolen from defrauded banks. The other two witnesses testified about a 12 million lei loan contract concluded between SA "Gemeni" and the company "Finpar Invest," the latter of which is believed to be affiliated with the former democratic leader.

Final arguments in Țuțu's case. Prosecutors accuse him of influence peddling, fraud and illicit enrichment

Prosecutors have charged former Democratic Party leader Constantin Țuțu with five crimes: influence peddling, fraud, illicit enrichment, and two counts of submitting improper statements to the National Integrity Authority. Closing arguments began in court on Tuesday, and the trial is nearing its conclusion.

Minister Misail-Nichitin: Most cases of electoral corruption documented by the police are confirmed by the courts

The police have documented over 26,000 cases of electoral corruption and illegal financing in the last two years, and the courts have upheld most of the reports drawn up by law enforcement officers, says the acting Minister of Internal Affairs, Daniella Misail-Nichitin.

After five years in court, former APO chief Viorel Morari acquitted on two charges, convicted for interference in justice

Viorel Morari, the former head of the Anticorruption Prosecutor's Office (APO), was acquitted of two charges: abuse of office and forgery of documents. However, he was found guilty of interfering with the course of justice. This decision was announced on Monday, October 27, after five years of examination in the first instance. Since the statute of limitations had expired, Morari will not face any criminal punishment.

“Theft of the Billion” case: The Ministry of Finance will seek compensation of over 39 million lei

The state is pursuing over 700 million lei in compensation from former MP Vladimir Plahotniuc in connection with the "theft of the billion" case. According to prosecutor Alexandru Cernei, the Ministry of Finance will be filing a civil suit to recover these damages. Additionally, the court has begun hearing testimonies from witnesses for the prosecution. On Monday, October 27, both former Speaker of Parliament Igor Corman and former presidential advisor Ion Păduraru testified in court.

Romanian passports for Russians obtained through false documents: authorities conduct searches at a company in Chișinău

Moldovan passports were issued to Russian citizens, who then submitted these documents to the National Authority for Citizenship in Bucharest to obtain Romanian citizenship as well. The Prosecutor's Office for Combating Organized Crime and Special Cases (PCCOCS), in collaboration with officers from the State Fiscal Service, uncovered a scheme involving tax evasion and money laundering. This scheme resulted in over six million lei in damages to the national public budget.

Head of Shor-affiliated “Pobeda” Bloc in Balti detained for illegal funding and electoral corruption

A 56-year-old man from Chisinau, who served as the president of the Balti territorial office of the "Pobeda" Bloc—an organization linked to the "Sor" criminal group—was detained on Friday, October 24. He was apprehended by officers of the National Investigation Inspectorate (INI) after allegedly hiding in the Transnistrian region for a period of time and coordinating illegal activities from the left bank of the Nistru.