Moldovan Sanatorium Officials Arrested in Corruption Scandal

Chisinau Sanatorium Officials Detained Amid Corruption Probe Chisinau, Moldova – In a significant development, three individuals linked to the "Speranta" sanatorium in Chisinau have been placed under pre-trial detention for 20 days. The arrests, made on May 27th, stem from an ongoing corruption investigation by the National Anticorruption Center (CNA). The CNA alleges that Olga Arseni, the sanatorium's director, her deputy, and a mediator engaged in illegal schemes involving public procurement contracts. These schemes allegedly involved falsifying bids and obtaining tens of thousands of lei in illicit payments. "Prosecutors requested a 30-day pre-trial detention, but the court decided on 20 days," a CNA spokesperson stated, confirming the arrests and the ongoing investigation. The video shows footage of the individuals being escorted from the court, adding visual context to the story. The investigation is ongoing, and further details are expected to emerge as the probe progresses. This case highlights the CNA's commitment to combating corruption within Moldova's public sector.