LatviaPublished: 14 September 2026 at 20:47

Former State Digital Development Agency Head Liopa Released on Bail

Jorens Liopa, former director of Latvia's State Digital Development Agency, has been released from custody after paying bail, Latvian Television reported on Monday.

Jorens Liopa, the former head of Latvia's State Digital Development Agency (VDAA), has been released from custody after posting bail. Latvian Television reported the development on Monday.

The news of Liopa's release comes after he had already left his position as director of the agency. The source report does not specify the circumstances that led to his detention, nor does it disclose the amount of bail paid or other details of the case.

The State Digital Development Agency is the government body responsible for overseeing digital development matters in the country. Further information about the progress of the case and any subsequent legal proceedings has not yet been made available.

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