24 Apr, 06:19··

Wirecard Manager Escape: Helped Marsalek, Free Man

ZEIT Online

A trial is happening in Austria about Jan Marsalek's escape. Thomas Schellenbacher is accused of helping him flee to Belarus. This is linked to a Wirecard fraud case.

The trial is in Wiener Neustadt. It concerns the escape of Wirecard manager Jan Marsalek. Thomas Schellenbacher, a former politician, is accused of arranging a flight for Marsalek. The flight went to Belarus. The case involves accusations of helping a person wanted for financial crimes.

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Highlights

Marsalek Escape Trial Begins

A trial is happening in Wiener Neustadt about Jan Marsalek's escape.

Schellenbacher on Trial

Thomas Schellenbacher is being tried for helping Jan Marsalek flee.

Marsalek Used a Plane

Schellenbacher organized a plane for Marsalek to Belarus.

Wirecard Fraud Allegations

The case involves allegations of Wirecard’s massive fraud.

Aiding a Fugitive

The trial accuses Schellenbacher of aiding a wanted person.

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