A judge tells the court that two men accused in a donation scandal pose an unacceptable risk of interfering with evidence and witnesses. According to reports, the men are alleged to have tried to conceal illegal donations by arranging for witnesses to provide false testimony. The judge says that this history creates a risk they could attempt similar conduct during ongoing legal proceedings.
The matter is before the court as part of the broader case involving alleged unlawful political donations. The judge’s comments focus on the potential for further interference, rather than on a final finding of guilt. Both outlets describe the same core issue: allegations of misconduct relating to witness statements and the court’s concern that the accused could repeat such behaviour.
The reports do not detail the specific nature of the court order or the procedural step being considered, but they frame the judge’s assessment as a risk-management determination based on the allegations made in the case. The proceedings continue as the legal matter proceeds.
