Zbigniew Ziobro, the former Polish Minister of Justice, appeared at the public prosecutor’s office in Sieradz as a witness. The inquiry centers on the searches conducted at the couple’s residence and how the investigation has progressed. Ziobro and his wife Patrycja Kotecka-Ziobro, who are publicly known to be facing cancer, are listed as victims in the case. The proceedings underscore the legal process and the rights of those involved while staying focused on the merits of the investigation.
Media outlets covered Ziobro’s testimony in Sieradz, noting the setting and the procedural steps taken in the proceedings.
The hearing occurred in mid-October
A spokesperson for the Sieradz public prosecutor’s office explained that a dedicated unit handles the procedures related to the searches at the Ziobro spouses’ residence, ensuring that the investigation proceeds under proper oversight.
The spouses retain victim status in the inquiry, and Ziobro was questioned as a witness during the proceedings in mid-October.
– the spokesperson added.
The day before, Ziobro did not appear before the parliamentary committee investigating Pegasus and did not justify the absence. The committee had arranged the hearing after consulting an expert who assessed that Ziobro’s health allowed him to testify.
In Ziobro’s absence, the committee moved to seek court action to compel attendance; the next hearing was scheduled for a later date. He had previously been summoned twice to testify before the Pegasus Commission of Inquiry, and he had cited a medical certificate to justify prior absences.
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Adjusted opinion?
The expert assessment cited by the investigative committee to justify further summons has sparked questions about its basis and conclusions.
There were conflicting reports about whether a formal inquiry had actually been conducted. Some claimed that the experts concluded Ziobro could be questioned, while others said no formal steps had been completed. Documentation from multiple medical centers was referenced, and the expert asserted that the minister could be questioned. Critics found this sequence of events unsatisfactory and urged clearer accountability.
– a party official commented during an interview with a political news outlet.
The record indicates that the investigation did not unfold as described earlier. There was little to no direct contact regarding the matter, and opinions about Ziobro’s health were voiced without a full inquiry or a formal discussion.
– Ziobro responded in an interview with a media outlet.
The critique of the expert assessment focused on its reliance on domestic treatment records while Ziobro has received care abroad. Critics argued that excluding overseas medical details could render the opinion incomplete. They stressed the need for a complete review of all pertinent medical materials before forming conclusions. Some compared the situation to previous instances and called for accountability in the evaluation process.
– a defense lawyer noted in a televised interview about the matter.
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Ziobro’s health
Ziobro—who has publicly spoken about his cancer journey—posted a message on a social platform to address the health discussions surrounding him. He defended his status and challenged critics who questioned the duration or severity of his treatment, including sharing images from procedures and medical events to illustrate his situation.
The assertion was that such claims reflect political hostility rather than medical facts, with Ziobro arguing that critics misrepresent his health in the public arena.
There were remarks about a heated political climate and calls for restraint in how health matters are discussed in public debates.
Earlier, a law-enforcement operation at Ziobro’s residence was reported as part of the broader probe. The events were described as lengthy, during which the minister paused his treatment to comment on the searches.
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