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North Macedonia driver's license bribery investigation
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Authorities in North Macedonia have launched an investigation into are investigating Ministry of Internal Affairs employees following allegations of bribery related to the issuance of falsified driver's licenses. At least two employees are suspected of for allegedly accepting a 1,400 euro bribe bribes to issue a fraudulent license driver's licenses. The investigation centers on claims that included higher-level categories, such as those required individuals paid 1,400 euros to obtain category C and D licenses—required for heavy trucks and buses, without the driver meeting legal requirements. buses—without undergoing necessary training or passing exams. The suspected scheme reportedly involved a claimant stating involves claimants declaring their original license was licenses lost to facilitate the process. illegal registration of higher-level categories. The Internal Control Department is conducting a broad investigation due for Internal Control, Criminal Investigation, and Professional Standards has notified the Basic Public Prosecutor's Office to suspicions that a significant number of fraudulent licenses may coordinate the inquiry. While officials have been issued through similar methods. Officials noted that the scandal presents a major significant public safety risk, risks, particularly concerning the operation of regarding vehicles used for transporting children and tourists. The Ministry tourists, the opposition party LSDM has notified escalated the Basic Public Prosecutor's Office to coordinate matter. The LSDM alleges that over 300 illegal licenses may have been issued through this method and is calling for the ongoing investigation. annulment of these documents and political accountability from Minister of Internal Affairs Pançe Toshkovski.
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- 2026-08-31 20:16 UTC North Macedonia driver's license bribery investigation
- 2026-08-28 01:03 UTC North Macedonia driver's license bribery investigation
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