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A 57-year-old man, key suspect in a corruption case in Sibiu, is also investigated for illegal lending. He allegedly collected bribes for facilitating permits and IDs. Alongside seven police officers, he was detained during a major operation. Prosecutors claim he acted as an intermediary, transferring bribes to officers. The investigation reveals over 170 offenses related to influence trafficking and bribery. The suspects' detention was ordered on November 4, with further preventive measures to be decided soon.

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