Rene Benko remains in custody

The Economic and Corruption Prosecutor's Office (WKStA) and Benko's defense did not comment on the decision of the regional court on Tuesday. This was another, so far unsuccessful, attempt by Rene Benko to leave custody.

Custody of Benko extended: Court still sees urgent suspicion and risk of offense

"The court still assumes urgent suspicion, as well as the existence of the grounds for detention due to the risk of offense and also the proportionality of the detention; the circumstances relevant to the custody have not changed," the regional court stated. According to court information, the custody was extended until November 10. An appeal against the decision to extend the custody can be filed with the Higher Regional Court (OLG) Vienna within three days. The presumption of innocence applies to Benko, who is insolvent as an entrepreneur. A first trial as a result of the many Signa cases will begin in the fall in Innsbruck, with more expected.

(APA/Red)

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