Valdoltra Hospital under investigation for corruption suspicions

Criminal investigators conducted searches at the Valdoltra Orthopedic Hospital in Ankar, as well as at several locations in Koper, Nova Gorica, Ljubljana, and Novo Mesto. The investigation focuses on potential corruption and the illegal acceptance or giving of gifts related to a nearly four-million-euro investment for a new hyperbaric and rehabilitation center.

Authorities are reportedly examining whether certain subcontractors were unfairly favored during the project. The investigation has targeted the hospital's director, Vado Keranović, and the head of the investment service, Danijel Radešić.

Both Keranović and Radešić have denied all allegations of bribery or improper conduct. Radešić suggested that the timing of the investigation might be linked to his candidacy for mayor of Izola.