Constantin Țuțu remains in custody for another 30 days

Former MP Constantin Țuțu will remain in pre-trial detention for an additional 30 days. The Centru Court of Appeal accepted the appeal from the Prosecutor's Office for Combating Organized Crime and Special Cases (PCCOCS) on Friday, October 31. This decision follows the Chișinău Court's earlier rejection of the request to extend Țuțu's pre-trial detention and its ruling to place him under house arrest.

Four-year prison term for unlicensed 20-year-old who fatally hit a pedestrian

A 20-year-old man, who was driving without a valid driver's license, injured a 70-year-old pedestrian who later died from the injuries. Chisinau Court based in Buiucani, sentenced the man to four years in prison, to be served in an open-type penitentiary.

Moldovan prosecutor dismissed by CSP over security and public order concerns

The prosecutor of the Soldanesti District Prosecutor's Office, Ruslan Stirbu, was dismissed due to poor management of criminal cases. The Superior Council of Prosecutors (CSP) made this decision on October 30 after closed-door discussions.

A new 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.

Over two million lei in online fraud: Ukrainian woman detained in Chisinau

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.

Director of Chisinau’s “Gheorghe Asachi” Lyceum and business representative detained on corruption charge

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 jailed 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.

Moldova: Râșcani district president detained for 30 days in destabilization probe

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.

New hearings in the "bank fraud" case: former employees of the "Edelweiss" Foundation, among the witnesses

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.

Țuțu case in its final stage: Five charges brought, including 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.

Daniella Misail-Nichitin: The fight against electoral corruption continues beyond election periods

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.

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.