Former KGHM directors accused of questionable use of company funds

A law suit has been filed against the former head of Polish Copper KGHM, Marian K. and his former deputy Marek S. Both of them are accused of activities which led to losses of zl. 15 million. This figure might even be higher as an investigation into the case is continuing. One of the most serious irregularities involves the purchase of a zl. 7 million device used to counteract industrial corporate espionage. The company also purchased special equipment used to detect bugs and other surveillance devices, which was the only one of its kind in the country. None of these devices were ever used. Over zl. 2.7 million was also spent on private guards not only for the management but also for their whole families. (Gazeta Wyborcza, March 22-23, p. 29) A.K.