Coach Eliran Hudda to Be Released Thursday, Lawyer Claims No Fraud
Translated & summarized from N12 by baba
Former Tiberias coach Eliran Hudda, arrested in the "Mirror Image" affair, is expected to be released from detention on Thursday, his lawyer stated. The lawyer, Adi Carmeli, asserted that the investigation has shifted and that Hudda, who has no prior criminal record, is cooperating fully. Carmeli dismissed claims of large-scale fraud, explaining the probe focuses on "misrepresentations to the budget control" and that no money was personally gained. Hudda is being held in standard detention conditions.
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- Former Tiberias coach Eliran Hudda is expected to be released from detention on Thursday.
- Hudda was arrested as part of the "Mirror Image" affair, with his detention extended.
- His lawyer, Adi Carmeli, stated that the suspicions against Hudda have lessened.
- Carmeli dismissed allegations of tens of millions in fraud, calling it "misrepresentations to the budget control."
- The lawyer asserted that no money was pocketed by anyone and Hudda is cooperating.
- Hudda is being held in standard detention conditions without special treatment.
Former Tiberias coach Eliran Hudda, arrested as part of the "Mirror Image" affair, is expected to be released on Thursday, according to his lawyer, Adi Carmeli. Hudda's detention was extended along with other suspects in the case.
Carmeli stated on the "Newsroom - 5 on Air" program that the situation is difficult for Hudda, who has no prior criminal record. He is cooperating with investigators and explaining everything he knows. The lawyer asserted that most of the financial matters under investigation are unrelated to Hudda's role as a coach.
Carmeli expressed confidence that Hudda would be released on Thursday, noting that the suspicions against him have lessened since his initial arrest. He added that while similar offenses elsewhere might not warrant detention, the court granted additional days for the investigation due to the large number of individuals involved, though he believes no one can obstruct the inquiry.
"The mountain will give birth to a mouse," Carmeli predicted, dismissing allegations of tens of millions in fraud. He clarified that the investigation focuses on "misrepresentations to the budget control to save on institutional guarantees for players," asserting there was no actual fraud, profit, or money pocketed by anyone. Hudda has answered questions related to these specific points.
Carmeli also described Hudda's current detention conditions, stating he is in a standard cell with other detainees, with no special separation or treatment, which is common in Israel regardless of offense type or criminal history. He believes Hudda will endure this period and expects the matter to conclude soon.
