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He let them in because he was scared.

Police investigated a cannabis cultivation laboratory after being informed by financial authorities who were previously checking for cryptocurrency mining and black-market work in Maribor. During their inspection, police officers entered the business premises at the man's request and discovered a tent containing cannabis plants and drying areas. According to official police records, the police did not inform the suspect of his rights during the investigation. The incident highlights concerns over procedural compliance during law enforcement actions.

The National Prosecution Office (NPU) has filed criminal charges against three individuals over alleged damage to public funds amounting to €5.3 million. According to findings by investigators, a public procurement for computer equipment was allegedly manipulated to benefit specific suppliers. Ten individuals from four Slovenian companies based in Ljubljani, one company based in Maribor, and two foreign firms, some with branches in Ljubljani, are suspected of involvement. The identities of the accused persons and the specific Maribor-based company have not been disclosed yet. Investigators allege that one of the main suspects decided to proceed with the public procurement without proper legal grounds. The other two suspects, with assistance from representatives of producers and suppliers of computer equipment, adjusted the procurement conditions to suit products from selected suppliers. These suppliers were reportedly allowed to divide the public order in advance, each receiving one batch. Investigators suspect that the two suspects achieved the highest permissible price for computer equipment per batch during the procurement process, while suppliers participated in electronic auctions for the remaining batches only nominally. After the auctions concluded, contracts were signed with the chosen suppliers. The procurement was later increased by 30 percent without proper legal justification, leading to additional agreements being added to the contracts. This is believed to have caused a total damage of €5.3 million to the state budget. Unofficial reports suggest the procurement involved the purchase of 13,000 laptops valued at approximately €6.5 million including tax, carried out by the Ministry of Digital Transformation under Minister Emilija Stojmenova Duh. The purchase previously sparked controversy due to allegations of wasteful spending of public money and delays in distributing computers. Some of the equipment was intended for schools, state institutions, and municipalities affected by floods in 2023, while others were included in a lending mechanism aimed at socially disadvantaged residents. Investigators conducted house searches at 15 locations across Slovenia in April 2025. The criminal investigation was initiated by the Specialized State Prosecution of the Republic of Slovenia, which has received the indictment against the three suspects. For the crime of damaging public funds, prison sentences ranging from one to eight years are prescribed. However, the submitted indictment does not imply guilt, and further decisions regarding potential prosecution will be made by the competent authorities.

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Delo logoDeloIndependent🔒CenterFactual 85Objective 75yesterday
He let them in because he was scared.

Police investigated a cannabis cultivation laboratory after being informed by financial authorities who were previously checking for cryptocurrency mining and black-market work in Maribor. During their inspection, police officers entered the business premises at the man's request and discovered a tent containing cannabis plants and drying areas. According to official police records, the police did not inform the suspect of his rights during the investigation. The incident highlights concerns over procedural compliance during law enforcement actions.

Bias read (Center): The article presents a factual account of a police investigation into cannabis cultivation without overtly favoring any side. It notes the absence of informing the suspect of his rights but does not editorialize or present biased language. The focus is on procedural aspects rather than ideological立场

Why factuality (85): The article provides specific details about the police visit, mentioning the discovery of a tent and cannabis cultivation equipment. It references official police records and quotes from higher court summaries, indicating a reliance on documented sources. However, some contextual elements like the e

Why objectivity (75): The article maintains a relatively neutral tone but includes phrases such as 'simbolična' (symbolic) regarding the photograph, which may introduce a slight interpretive bias. The overall reporting appears balanced, though there is a minor tendency toward descriptive language that could subtly influe

Maribor24 logoMaribor24IndependentCenterFactual 80Objective 705 days ago
The NPU investigated millions of dollars in damage to the state, including the Maribor company.

The National Prosecution Office (NPU) has launched an investigation into alleged damages amounting to €5.3 million to the state budget. Three individuals have been accused in connection with these suspected irregularities. The investigation reportedly involves representatives of a company based in Maribor, indicating potential local involvement in the case.

Bias read (Center): The article presents factual information about an ongoing investigation by the National Prosecution Office without apparent bias. It does not include subjective language, one-sided sourcing, or omission of context. The focus is on the legal process rather than any particular political stance.

Why factuality (80): This article confirms the NPU's involvement, the estimated damage of 5.3 million euros, and the involvement of ten individuals from various companies, including one based in Maribor. It also mentions the alleged manipulation of tender conditions to favor selected suppliers. However, it does not prov

Why objectivity (70): The article maintains a relatively neutral tone but focuses more on the legal aspects of the case rather than providing a balanced view of all parties involved. It lacks explicit mention of any defense or counter-narratives, which could lead to an impression of partiality, even if unintentionally.

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