Probe Concludes into Former Acre Mayor Over Bribery Allegations
Translated & summarized from Kan News by baba
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- Former Acre mayor and deputy mayor investigated for bribery.
- Allegations include vote-buying and illicit favors for support.
- Investigation file transferred to prosecution for decision.
- Accusations involve fraud and breach of trust.
- Probe focused on the February 27, 2024, mayoral election.
Israel's National Fraud Investigation Unit (LAHAV 433) announced on Monday the conclusion of its investigation into the former mayor of Acre, Amihai Ben Shlush, along with the deputy mayor, Itamar Sunino, and other suspects. They are accused of offenses including accepting and giving bribes, election bribery, fraud, and breach of trust.
During the covert and overt investigation, investigators gathered findings suggesting that shortly before the local elections for mayor of Acre on February 27, 2024, Ben Shlush and others allegedly worked to transfer payments to voters to secure his election. The investigation also indicates that Ben Shlush is suspected of providing favors, promising public positions, and committing to various jobs and benefits for associates in exchange for help in mobilizing supporters during the election campaign.
The investigation file, which has been overseen from its inception by the Haifa District Prosecution, has now been transferred to the prosecution for review and decision.
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