haarlemsdagbladMay 29, 2026, 09:31

Prosecution focuses on Marengo case details ahead of sentencing demands

The Dutch Public Prosecution Service has begun its closing statements in the appeal of the Marengo liquidation trial at the high-security court at Schiphol. Prosecutors announced they will focus on the "shocking and ruthless" evidence within the case file over the next three days, rather than the numerous procedural incidents that occurred during the trial.

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Based on reporting by haarlemsdagblad. Translated and condensed by LocalHeadlines.

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