Croatian
ex-general silent about stolen gems
October 03, 2008 7:08 AM
ZAGREB, Croatia-A lawyer for a Croatian general suspected of embezzling
gems used in wartime arms deals says his client declined to defend himself
before a judge, insisting the prosecution first proves its accusations.
An investigative judge questioned Gen. Vladimir Zagorec on Friday, but
lawyer Zvonimir Hodak says Zagorec used his right to remain silent. The
judge will recommend to prosecutors whether there is enough evidence to
bring the case to trial.
Hodak says the claim that Zagorec, once a deputy defense minister, seized
US$5 million (€3.5 million) worth of jewels is "pure fiction." The
gems were allegedly used as collateral for the purchase of arms for Croatia
in the 1990s.
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