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Croatian Health Minister Arrested for Corruption
Croatian Health Minister Vili Beros was arrested and fired amid a corruption investigation concerning overpriced medical equipment purchases.
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European Public Prosecutor's Office (Eppo)Bureau For Combating Corruption And Organized Crime (Uskok)Croatian Government
Vili BerosAndrej PlenkovicLaura Vakovic
- What is Vili Beros's response to the allegations?
- Beros' lawyer stated that he denies all criminal responsibility, while Prime Minister Andrej Plenkovic expressed full support for the judicial authorities.
- Why was Croatian Health Minister Vili Beros fired?
- Croatian Health Minister Vili Beros was fired and arrested on November 15th, 2024, due to suspicions of corruption related to medical equipment purchases.
- Who else is involved in the investigation besides Vili Beros?
- The EPPO's investigation includes several individuals, including the health minister, hospital directors, and representatives from two companies involved in the medical equipment sales.
- Which organization initiated the investigation against Vili Beros?
- Beros and others are suspected of accepting bribes, abuse of position, and money laundering, with the alleged offenses spanning from June 2022 to November 2024.
- What is the nature of the corruption allegations against Vili Beros?
- The investigation was initiated by the European Public Prosecutor's Office (EPPO), focusing on overpriced robotic medical devices purchased by several Croatian hospitals.