Romanian Prosecutor Arrested: Evidence Tampering and Child Abuse Case

Galați Prosecutor Arrested on Charges of Evidence Tampering and Aiding Perpetrator A Romanian prosecutor from Galați, Cuzi Nicolae Valentin, was arrested on June 14, 2025, and charged with the removal or destruction of evidence, aiding the perpetrator, and forgery. The arrest follows an investigation into a case involving a priest accused of sexually abusing a minor. The prosecutor is alleged to have interfered with the investigation. The 30-day preventative arrest was confirmed by a court order. "This is a serious breach of public trust," stated a legal expert commenting on the case, though the expert's name is not disclosed. The video evidence shows the arrest taking place outside a building. The case highlights concerns about the integrity of the judicial system and the protection of vulnerable individuals. The investigation continues.