Berlin: Ermittlungen gegen SPD-Spitzenkandidaten Krach: Verdacht auf Vorteilsannahme
Am Mittwoch war bekannt geworden, dass die Staatsanwaltschaft Hannover gegen Steffen Krach ermittelt. Nun erklärt die Behörde, worum es dabei geht.
The State Prosecution Office in Hannover is investigating Berliner SPD candidate Steffen Krach for alleged abuse of office, specifically suspected of receiving advantages in two cases. This information was revealed by a spokesperson for the office on the evening of a Wednesday. Previously, the "Tagesspiegel" and "Berliner Morgenpost" had reported on the matter.
Additionally, another case involves anti-competitive agreements during tenders, in violation of business secrets and the duty of confidentiality under the Limited Liability Company Act. The investigations began on September 3rd, and have been ongoing since Krach's tenure as the Regional President of Hannover. The offenses are believed to have occurred during Krach's time as Regional President.
Police searched Krach's offices in Hannover, his home in Berlin's Schöneberg district, and the SPD Landesparteizentrale in Berlin-Wedding on Wednesday. His phone was also secured. Krach himself had previously commented on the proceedings, dismissing the allegations as baseless. He stated that he had never accepted private money and never accepted donations as the SPD's regional chairman.
"I have nothing to hide," he added. Those interested in Krach's accounts may view them with the assistance of investigators.
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