Adam Bodnar will not intervene in the case of Ewa Wrzosek or her decision to deny a legal representative’s participation in proceedings involving Barbara Skrzypek. “The Prosecutor General will not take any action in this matter,” said Anna Adamiak, spokesperson for the Prosecutor General, today.
During a press conference held by the National Prosecutor’s Office, it was announced that the investigation into the death of Barbara Skrzypek has been transferred to the Warsaw-Praga District Prosecutor’s Office.
At the press conference, Anna Adamiak addressed media reports that have surfaced in recent days regarding “Prosecutor Ewa Wrzosek’s refusal to allow a legal representative for witness Barbara Skrzypek to participate in the proceedings.”
“Under the current law, the decision to grant or deny permission for a legal representative’s participation is within the prosecutor’s authority. Based on the specifics of the case and the legal interests of the witness, the prosecutor makes an independent decision on the matter. Prosecutor Wrzosek acted as an independent prosecutor. The Prosecutor General, Adam Bodnar, and we, as prosecutors, understand the responsibility that comes with our decisions. This matter will be assessed as part of the ongoing proceedings. Ewa Wrzosek’s decision was made in accordance with the law,” Adamiak stated.
She emphasized that “Adam Bodnar has taken no actions that could influence the course of the proceedings.”
“Independence equates to professionalism. That is why the Prosecutor General will not take any action in this case. However, he expects the prosecution to demonstrate determination in thoroughly investigating the circumstances of Barbara Skrzypek’s death,” — added Prosecutor Anna Adamiak.
In response to media inquiries, she denied that Ewa Wrzosek had been summoned for any explanations.