Latest news and stories about embezzlement in Portugal for expats and residents.
This page has only 1 story and is not indexed by search engines.
In a statement that did not name the accused, the Public Prosecutor's Office said both were charged with the offence of misconduct in public office, apparently in conjunction with offences of abuse of power and embezzlement.
Six-year sentence reduced to five years and suspended for a former divisional head who diverted public funds from 2013. The former treasurer also had her sentence reduced to four years, likewise suspended.
Casa Pia is accused of concealing Russian funds. Also covered: the campaign that changed/upended the opinion polls.
Paulo Topa, a lawyer, was detained in Porto as part of an investigation into the alleged misappropriation of funds.
The Polícia Judiciária (PJ) detained lawyer Paulo Topa in Porto on Sunday, a police source told Lusa, saying the action took place as part of an investigation into embezzlement.
A warrant was issued because the authorities considered there was a risk he might flee to Brazil.
