Luděk Kula suspended, pending investigation

The director of the Czech Prison Service Luděk Kula has been suspended pending a police investigation relating to breach of trust. Mr. Kula is believed to have mismanaged a large sum of money – approximately 120 million crowns – in dubious tenders. He maintains that he is innocent of ill-intent having been poorly advised in making important financial decisions. If found guilty he could face up to eight years in prison.