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Investigations into Radosław Piesiewicz and ZondaCrypto
Overview
The investigation into Radosław Piesiewicz and the collapsed ZondaCrypto exchange has escalated, resulting in the arrest of Piesiewicz, President of the Polish Olympic Committee (PKOl). Investigators allege Piesiewicz provided paid protection to ZondaCrypto CEO Przemysław Kral by promising to influence the Office of Competition and Consumer Protection (UOKiK) in exchange for a luxury watch valued at approximately 40,000 euros. Piesiewicz denies the charges, maintaining he purchased the watch himself and lost approximately one million PLN in the exchange’s collapse. Following his dismissal, the Katowice District Court upheld his temporary arrest on September 14, 2026. Acting president Marian Kmita has reported severe financial chaos within the PKOl. While initial reports suggested a debt of 3.5 million PLN, Kmita later revealed the organization faces a crisis totaling nearly 8 million PLN. New details indicate a significant portion of this debt, between 1.5 million and 1.88 million PLN, stems from unpaid leasing invoices for a fleet of approximately 30 luxury vehicles, which Piesiewicz allegedly used as rewards for supporters. One such vehicle cost the committee 14,000 PLN per month. In response, Kmita has announced austerity measures to reduce the monthly vehicle fleet cost, which stands at roughly 60,000 PLN. Politician Sławomir Nitras has criticized Kmita, alleging he acted as an operative to facilitate Piesiewicz’s entry into sports organizations. As creditors work with an Estonian trustee to recover assets, the probe has expanded to include high-profile arrests, such as investor Rafał Zaorski, accused of misappropriating at least 1.7 million PLN, and former police officer Artur K., who faces charges of money laundering and participating in an organized criminal group. Legal representatives for victims, including elderly and disabled individuals, claim the platform used its Monaco presence to establish a veneer of credibility before allegedly defrauding clients.
Entities
Polish Olympic Committee · Zondacrypto · Radosław Piesiewicz · Przemysław Kral · Marian Kmita
Claims
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"Roman Giertych is representing Przemysław Kral pro bono."
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"Roman Giertych has been representing Przemysław Kral on a pro bono basis since May 2026."
One claim states Roman Giertych is representing Przemysław Kral pro bono, while the other specifies this has been the case since May 2026.
- [DISPUTED] Roman Giertych is representing Przemysław Kral pro bono.
- [DISPUTED] Roman Giertych has been representing Przemysław Kral on a pro bono basis since May 2026.
- [● 18 SOURCES] Minister of Justice Waldemar Żurek confirmed the detention of Polish Olympic Committee president Radosław Piesiewicz as part of the ZondaCrypto investigation.
- [● 16 SOURCES] Radosław Piesiewicz is accused of receiving a gold Patek Philippe Calatrava watch valued at 40,000 euros from ZondaCrypto owner Przemysław Kral.
- [● 13 SOURCES] Stock investor Rafał Zaorski was brought to the National Prosecutor's Office in Katowice.
- [● 12 SOURCES] Radosław Piesiewicz faces charges of paid protection and satisfying a group of creditors to the detriment of others.
- [● 12 SOURCES] Three people, identified by initials J. W., A. P., and R. Z., were arrested in connection with the Zondacrypto investigation.
- [● 10 SOURCES] Michał Moskal met with Zondacrypto CEO Przemysław Kral in Ibiza on August 7, 2025.
- [● 10 SOURCES] A court ordered a three-month temporary arrest for Radosław Piesiewicz.
- [● 9 SOURCES] Piesiewicz denies the bribery allegations, claiming he paid for the watch in cash and Kral only assisted with the difficult purchase.
- [● 8 SOURCES] Artur Chodziński, a former CBA agent working for Kral, reportedly paid for Moskal's travel and accommodation.
Timeline
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[SPORTS] 4 sourcesPolish Olympic Committee faces nearly 8 million PLN debt crisis
The Polish Olympic Committee faces a debt crisis of nearly 8 million PLN, forcing acting president Marian Kmita to seek cost-cutting measures and salary reductions for staff.
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[CRIME] 5 sourcesZondacrypto investigation expands amid questions over state involvement
Prosecutors are expanding the Zondacrypto investigation amid questions over CEO Przemysław Kral’s whereabouts and the involvement of Polish state institutions in training programs with the exchange.
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[CRIME] 2 sourcesZondacrypto collapse: Committee member faces charges as CEO ties emerge
Investigations into the failed Zondacrypto exchange reveal that a committee member faces criminal charges and former CEO Przemysław Kral had ties to a Ukrainian lawyer serving oligarchs.
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[CRIME] 3 sourcesPolish Olympic Committee faces financial chaos amid Zondacrypto scandal
The Polish Olympic Committee faces financial chaos and investigations following the arrest of Radosław Piesiewicz in the Zondacrypto scandal, with new leadership uncovering undocumented expenses.
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[POLITICS] 13 sourcesZondacrypto scandal triggers arrests and corruption allegations against Polish PM
The Zondacrypto scandal has led to the detention of investor Rafał Zaorski and a criminal complaint by PiS against Prime Minister Donald Tusk for alleged passive corruption.
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[POLITICS] 4 sourcesPolish Olympic Committee faces debt crisis after Piesiewicz arrest
The Polish Olympic Committee faces a 3.5 million PLN debt crisis following the arrest of Radosław Piesiewicz, largely due to luxury car leasing used to reward supporters.
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[SPORTS] 2 sourcesMarian Kmita appointed acting president of Polish Olympic Committee
Marian Kmita will serve as acting president of the Polish Olympic Committee until 2027, taking an unpaid leave from his sports director role at Polsat. Piotr Pykel will replace him at Polsat.
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[SPORTS] 2 sourcesPolish Olympic Committee removes president following crypto scandal
The Polish Olympic Committee removed President Radoslaw Piesiewicz following his arrest in a $94 million cryptocurrency scandal involving Zondacrypto. Marian Kmita will serve as acting president.
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[POLITICS] 13 sourcesZondacrypto affair: Tomasz Sakiewicz identified as 'Pan X' in pardon allegations
Przemysław Kral, former head of Zondacrypto, allegedly testified that Tomasz Sakiewicz promised him a presidential pardon in exchange for payments to Telewizja Republika. Both Sakiewicz and the Presidentialtye否
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[SPORTS] 17 sourcesPolish Olympic Committee appoints Marian Kmita as acting president
Marian Kmita has been appointed acting president of the Polish Olympic Committee, replacing Radosław Piesiewicz, who remains in detention facing corruption charges related to the Zondacrypto affair.
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[SPORTS] 2 sourcesAleksander Kwaśniewski criticizes political influence in Polish sports
Aleksander Kwaśniewski warns of political influence in Polish sports as the Polish Olympic Committee prepares to meet following the arrest of its president, Radosław Piesiewicz.
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[SPORTS] 8 sourcesPolish Olympic Committee faces crisis following president's arrest
The Polish Olympic Committee faces a leadership crisis and international scrutiny following the arrest of President Radosław Piesiewicz, amid political disputes over previous leadership transitions.
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[CRIME] 7 sourcesZondacrypto fraud investigation: Fifth suspect detained in Poland
A Polish court detained a fifth suspect in the Zondacrypto fraud probe, involving alleged misappropriation of millions in client funds and the arrest of the Polish Olympic Committee president.
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[POLITICS] 5 sourcesPrzemysław Kral's legal status clarified in Zondacrypto investigation
Justice Minister Waldemar Żurek clarified that Zondacrypto head Przemysław Kral is providing evidence in an ongoing investigation but does not hold crown witness status.
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[SPORTS] 4 sourcesRadosław Piesiewicz arrested amid Polish Olympic Committee corruption scandal
Polish Olympic Committee president Radosław Piesiewicz faces arrest and corruption charges involving alleged paid protection for a cryptocurrency exchange CEO.
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[CRIME] 34 sourcesZondacrypto investigation expands with charges against Roman Ż
Polish authorities have expanded the Zondacrypto investigation, charging Roman Ż. with fraud and organized crime. The probe involves $94 million in alleged losses and ties to political corruption allegations.
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[CRIME] 33 sourcesZondacrypto scandal: Rafał Zaorski and others arrested in major investigation
Polish authorities have arrested investor Rafał Zaorski and others in connection with the Zondacrypto scandal and the disappearance of Sylwester Suszek, amid allegations of fraud and organized crime.
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[SPORTS] 24 sourcesPolish Olympic Committee President arrested over Zondacrypto corruption allegations
Polish Olympic Committee President Radosław Piesiewicz has been arrested on corruption charges involving a Zondacrypto sponsorship deal. The IOC warns that failure to resolve the crisis could suspend Poland.
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[CRIME] 57 sourcesRadosław Piesiewicz detained in Zondacrypto bribery probe
Polish Olympic Committee president Radosław Piesiewicz has been detained over alleged bribery and favoritism involving the collapsed cryptocurrency exchange Zondacrypto.
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[CRIME] 2 sourcesPolish Sports Official Radosław Piesiewicz Targeted in Nationwide VAT Fraud Probe
Polish prosecutors and anti‑corruption agencies have raided multiple sites linked to former basketball federation chief Radosław Piesiewicz over alleged 9 million PLN VAT fraud, with charges pending in Sept 202
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