Lawsuit and arrest warrant in the US: Ex-VW boss Winterkorn apparently ready to testify

07/05/2018

Complaint and arrest warrant in the US Ex-VW boss Winterkorn apparently ready to testify

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In the sights of justice: Martin Winterkorn

The former VW CEO Martin Winterkorn wants to comment on the serious allegations in the exhaust gas scandal, according to insiders at the appropriate opportunity. He will then represent his view of things, said an informed person on Monday the German Press Agency. However, this depends on the progress of the investigation in Germany. Winterkorn was “not in penitential garb,” said the insider, who is in contact with the 70-year-olds. The former VW CEO follows the current headlines attentively. His family gave him a lot of support.

The US Justice wants to hold Winterkorn to account for fraud in the emissions scandal, There is already a warrant for his arrest in the US, He is also accused of conspiracy to violate environmental laws and deceive the authorities. In Germany, the prosecutor determined Braunschweig, inter alia, suspected of fraud against Winterkorn.

The then VW boss resigned from office in September 2015, shortly after US authorities uncovered manipulation of diesel cars. Winterkorn had emphasized that he was not aware of any wrongdoing. Since then, however, possible claims for damages against high-ranking managers have also been a topic for the Volkswagen Supervisory Board.

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