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Macedonian Prosecutor Alleges Pressure in SPO Bonus Case

Suspended Macedonian prosecutor Mustafa Hajrulahi alleges pressure to influence cases, notably the SPO bonus scandal, claiming attempts to silence him and intimidate colleagues.

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PoliticsJusticeGermany CorruptionLawScandal

Special Public Prosecutor's Office (Spo)Higher Public Prosecutor's OfficeVmro-Dpmne

Mustafa HajrulahiKatica JanevaLjubco Kocevski

What is the background of the SPO bonus case?: The SPO bonus case involves former SPO chief Katica Janeva who allegedly paid thousands of euros in bonuses, resulting in an alleged budget loss of over 4.5 million euros. VMRO-DPMNE filed a criminal complaint, which was dismissed.
What accusations are made against Hajrulahi himself?: The investigation against Hajrulahi involves accusations of abuse of office and maltreatment. An extraordinary supervision of the Higher Public Prosecutor's Office was conducted, but Hajrulahi disputes the impartiality of the supervisors due to their past connections.
What is the main allegation made by Mustafa Hajrulahi?: Mustafa Hajrulahi, suspended chief prosecutor of Skopje, claims pressure to influence ongoing cases, including the Special Public Prosecutor's Office (SPO) bonus case. He alleges the pressure originated from the Republic's Public Prosecutor.
What was Hajrulahi's response to the pressure he claims to have faced?: Hajrulahi refused to make a decision as instructed regarding the SPO bonus case, stating he would not order another prosecutor to make a decision on demand. He believes the pressure is intended to silence him and intimidate colleagues.
What are the concerns surrounding the supervision of the Higher Public Prosecutor's Office?: The pressure on Hajrulahi is linked to his refusal to comply with orders related to the SPO bonus case. The dispute also highlights concerns about the independence of the supervisory process.

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