Former Deputy Mayor of Varna, Dian Ivanov, was subjected to questioning by the prosecutor"s office, a leading Bulgarian news agency has learned. This information surfaced during the pleadings of the lawyers defending the two municipal councilors, Nikolay Stefanov and Yordan Kateliev. The hearing took place in the Sofia City Court.
The tension in the courtroom was palpable as the lawyers tried to present their arguments. According to the defense of the two municipal councilors, Ivanov admitted to the prosecutor"s office that his initial statements were given under pressure. This key moment in the course of the case raises important questions about the methods of investigation and the validity of the information provided.
Obviously, Ivanov_q_s testimony is of critical importance to the development of the case. The lawyers emphasized that their interpretation casts doubt on the credibility of the initial testimonies.
The court hearing, dedicated to the request for a change in the measure of restraint for Stefanov and Kateliev, continues. An atmosphere of anticipation reigns in the hall as the court considers the next steps.