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Bandecchi's Legal Troubles

Italian mayor and politician Stefano Bandecchi faces trial for alleged financial crimes related to his management of a university.

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Alternativa PopolareGuardia Di FinanzaUniversità Degli Studi Nicolò Cusano Telematica RomaTernana Calcio

Stefano Bandecchi

What are the main accusations against Stefano Bandecchi?: Stefano Bandecchi, the mayor of Terni and coordinator of Alternativa Popolare, is facing a trial for alleged financial irregularities at the Nicolò Cusano Telematica Roma university.
How is this case related to Bandecchi's political activities?: The accusations against Bandecchi are unrelated to his political activities. The case centers around his management of the university between 2016 and 2021.
What assets were purchased that are allegedly related to the accusations?: The alleged irregularities involve the use of tax benefits intended for educational institutions for commercial purposes, including luxury purchases like a Ferrari and Rolls Royce.
What is the amount of money seized by authorities and the potential tax evasion?: The Guardia di Finanza seized €20 million and the prosecution is seeking indictment for tax evasion, with alleged unpaid taxes totaling millions of euros across several years.
What is Bandecchi's current political alliance and how does this affect his situation?: Bandecchi's political alliance with the center-right for upcoming regional elections in Umbria remains unchanged despite the legal challenges he faces.

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