Russian authorities cleared dela Paz over 105,000 euros that was confiscated from him

Miami
November 7, 2008
Story: Russian authorities cleared dela Paz over 105,000 euros that was confiscated from him

Ex-PNP Comptrollership Police Director Eliseo dela Paz and all those who were reportedly involved in bringing excess money in Russia has been cleared from charges in Russia.

This was confirmed by Atty. Noel Malaya the legal counsel of dela Paz.

In a phone interview, Malaya said that he emailed the lawyer of dela Paz in Russia named, Alex Binetskiy last November 5, “I told him that I want to inquire on the status of 105,000 euros of my client Gen De la Paz. Also is it possible for me to inquire on the reported investigation of the other members of the group.”

Malaya received reply from Binetskiy yesterday, saying, “The investigation is over and no criminal charges presented to anyone of the group. The money will be returned immediately after the decision of the investigator Capt. E.Rudenko will be confirmed by his chief. I am in contact with him every day. No more charges or questions to any other members of the group from Philippines reported.”

With this latest development, Malaya said that the legal case against dela Paz should be considered as “over.”

“To my mind once the money is returned the issue on malversation is gone,” Malaya said.

It can be recalled that dela Paz was held for questioning last October 11, in Moscow International Airport after the Russian authorities found out that he is carrying excess money.

It was also reported that the Russian authorities is inviting Mrs. Cynthia Verzosa, wife of Chief PNP Chief Police Director General Jesus Verzosa, and retired police Director Jaime Caringal to appear before them on Nov. 13, 2008 for questioning. The two were told to go to the Sheremetyevo Airport, Administrative Building, Sheremetyevo Customs 3rd floor room 24324.