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Lawyer in trouble for embezzling client funds

TDT | Manama

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A company which initially hired a lawyer to recover BD45,000 from a client now finds themselves embroiled in a different legal battle — this time against the very lawyer they entrusted with their case.

According to a statement from the head of the Capital Governorate Prosecution, the Public Prosecution received a report from the General Directorate of Anti-Corruption and Economic and Electronic Security regarding the lawyer’s embezzlement of funds that was meant to be returned to the victimised company, having been designated as their legal representative.

Investigation

The Public Prosecution has since commenced an investigation into the incident. Witness statements have been gathered, and the accused lawyer has been interrogated.

During questioning, he admitted to embezzling approximately BD45,000, which he was obligated to remit to the company as part of his duties.

Detention order

In light of these developments, the Public Prosecution has issued a detention order for the lawyer pending further investigation.

The case has now been referred to the criminal court, with a hearing scheduled for February 4, 2025, in the Lower Criminal Court.

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