In the midst of judicial upheavals and internal opposition in the Bulgarian Prosecutor’s Office, the Anti-Corruption Fund /ACF/ took a step to clarify the situation surrounding the materials related to Borislav Sarafov, which were returned to the Prosecutor’s Office under his leadership. On Monday, the organization sent a letter to the president of the Supreme Court of Cassation (SCC), aiming to find out details about the fate of the documents and material evidence previously submitted to the court.
The move was taken amid unprecedented internal conflicts in the prosecution system following the early release of former Prosecutor General Ivan Geshev. The disputes have revealed deep divisions between senior prosecutors tied to investigations into criminal networks of influence uncovered by the ACF.
The situation became more complicated with the publication of a decree by the Sofia City Prosecutor’s Office, describing the investigation against Petyo Petrov, which was launched on the verbal order of Ivan Geshev. The materials in question, including classified documents and evidence, were sent to the SCC but later returned to the Sofia City Prosecutor’s Office at the request of the supervising prosecutor.
The ACF’s appeal to the Supreme Court emphasizes the need for transparency and accountability in the processing of cases, especially when they concern senior members of the justice system. The issues raised by ACF are of critical importance in ensuring fair and impartial justice in the country.
The handling of this case goes beyond normal procedures and raises questions about possible conflicts of interest and the integrity of the justice system as a whole. The answers to be received from the Supreme Court of Cassation could have long-term consequences for the credibility of the judiciary and the fight against corruption in Bulgaria.
This case highlights not only the importance of judicial independence, but also the role of civil society and organizations such as ACF in monitoring and holding justice institutions accountable. While waiting for a response from the SCC, the public and the media continue to closely monitor developments that could determine the future of justice reform in the country.
