René Benko in crisis mode: Justice hears under acoustic disorders!

René Benko in crisis mode: Justice hears under acoustic disorders!

Wien-Josefstadt, Österreich - The headlines in the Austrian economy are currently not coming to rest. René Benko, the 47-year-old founder of Signa Holding, is deeply in a complicated network of allegations and investigations. The once celebrated investor, known through the symbolic takeover of Karstadt in 2014, has been in custody since January 24, 2023. Recently, on June 11, 2023, there was an appeal in the Vienna Josen-Josefstadt correctional facility, in which Benko was to be asked about possible shifts of assets, in particular about the transfer of six luxury villas on Lake Garda to the INGBE foundation in Liechtenstein. The report by Krone describes how the interrogation of acoustic problems was affected.

A big topic in the investigation by the Economic and Corruption Prosecutor's Office (WKStA) are the allegations in relation to a comprehensive fraud and unfaithfulness complex. Benko is suspected of having not only tempted shareholders to further investments via a so -called money carousel, but also to have faked his own contributions. This is just one of four main complexes that the WKStA examines, as in the report from the Tagesschau

extensive investigation

Overall, Benko and his companies are investigating in several European countries, including Austria, Italy, Liechtenstein and Germany. The allegations are serious and range from mafia structures to money laundering to bankruptcy. The public prosecutor's office in Berlin is investigating several procedures for fraud and infidelity, while the Munich I public prosecutor also focused on Benko's machinations. Here it looks as if one of the most important actors in the European investment business is thin. In addition to the ongoing investigations, Benko is also faced with suspicion that focuses on as the leader of a mafia -like association. In Italy, 77 people have already been involved in the investigation, while the WKStA sees a high risk of darkening when it comes to evidence. Differences in the fields of activity are clearly evident, since they not only limit themselves to Benko's behavior, but also want to uncover the structures and those involved.

a shadow on the economy

A study from KPMG to economic crime throws a light on the topic and shows how dangerously caught networks can be within companies. According to KPMG are over 80 percent of the perpetrator male and mostly between 36 and 55 years old. The reasons for such offenses are often financial opportunism, fewer personal problems. The study also shows that the majority of the perpetrators are long -standing employees, which can put trust in companies.

The interrogation of René Benko will soon continue. However, the circumstances around the last session testify to the difficulties with which the investigators are faced. A new appointment in a more suitable location for the interrogation has not yet been announced. In the meantime, the questions about the Signa Holding and the activities of the investor remain exciting and exciting. The next developments can certainly be followed with great attention.