Stanisław Żaryn, Deputy Minister Coordinator of Special Services, appeared today on wPolsce.pl and commented on the release of Włodzimierz Karpiński from custody and his return to the European Parliament. He described the move as a collapse of norms and the rule of law.
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We are witnessing a breakdown of certain standards. This concerns a person facing serious charges in a corruption case. Allegations include accepting bribes totaling five million zlotys and irregularities in procurement affecting deals worth six hundred million zlotys.
– stated Stanisław Żaryn on the wPolsce.pl program.
This is a major bribery operation uncovered by the Central Anti-Corruption Bureau. While the right to vote must be respected and Mr Karpiński has the right to assume the mandate, the situation marks a breakdown of the customs and norms that underpin the rule of law, he added.
– was the admission from Żaryn.
The courts have addressed the Karpiński case on several occasions, determining whether pretrial detention was warranted. In every instance, the court found that keeping him in custody was necessary. The case is cited as a model of how influence and position can be used to manipulate tenders and government contracts for personal gain. The court found a high likelihood of committing a crime.
– emphasized Stanisław Żaryn.
Liquidation of the CBA?
The Deputy Coordinator of the Secret Services also defended the Central Anti-Corruption Bureau and responded to proposals to dismantle this important institution. He was also asked about Paweł Wojtunik, who has been accused of defaming the agency in the media.
The CBA has faced criticism in recent years, but some figures are worth noting. Since 2016, the bureau has secured more than five thousand three hundred indictments, prepared about six hundred thirty indictments, recovered funds exceeding two billion zlotys, and recorded damages to the state treasury estimated at around eighteen billion zlotys. These numbers illustrate the breadth and impact of this service.
– noted Stanisław Żaryn.
Concrete steps have been taken to verify the statements made by Mr Wojtunik. The assertion contained allegations that require scrutiny, and there is a push for the Public Prosecution Service to allow clarification of the remarks. The speaker suggested that some claims might be unfounded and emphasized the need to rely on verified information rather than sensational coverage. This is seen in the broader context of political storytelling before elections, with some figures alleged to spread misleading slogans. The discussion spotlighted the risk of misinformation and its impact on public trust.
– stated Stanisław Żaryn.
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Source: wPolityce