LatviaPublished: 3 July 2026 at 15:36

Former Rēzekne Technical School Employees Accused of Embezzling State Funds

Latvian prosecutors have charged a former bookkeeper and director of Rēzekne Technical School for embezzling nearly €70,000. The case has been sent to court.

On July 2, the prosecutor's office forwarded a criminal case to the Latgale Regional Court, in which former employees of Rēzekne Technical School are accused of swindling state budget funds.

The bookkeeper is charged with embezzling €69,220, while the director is accused of failing to ensure adequate financial control. According to the investigation, the director's negligence allowed the criminal activities to continue for several years.

The case will now be heard in court, where evidence will be examined and responsibility determined for each accused.

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