The Munich Public Prosecutor’s Office is investigating René Benko (46).
According to the German Bild, the authority initiated proceedings in November on suspicion of money laundering under file number 318 Js 211851/23.
“Can’t say anything about it”
Hundreds of millions of euros are said to have been channeled abroad through corporate connections. There is still no confirmation or denial from authority spokespeople – there is “nothing to say”.
Benko’s lawyer does not want to know the procedure, but is happy to cooperate with the authorities if necessary.
According to reports in the German media, the case concerns a construction project between Munich Central Station and Karlsplatz. Explosive: Benko’s companies allegedly provided lenders with exaggerated information about future rental income and thus received loans on better terms.
Much of the money is said to have flowed abroad. The first clues reportedly came from the Financial Intelligence Unit (FIU), a sub-agency of the Federal Ministry of Finance that specializes in money laundering and terrorist financing.
Source: Krone
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