The leader of Poland’s Law and Justice Party (PiS), Jarosław Kaczyński, has strongly criticized the interrogation of the late Barbara Skrzypek by prosecutor Ewa Wrzosek, calling it an event that “had no legal basis.”
“From a legal standpoint, this was an event that lacked legitimacy. I hope that, in time, the justice system will review this matter accordingly,” Kaczyński stated, referring to the questioning of Skrzypek without her legal representative present.
On March 12, prosecutor Ewa Wrzosek, in the presence of two attorneys representing the alleged victim, interrogated Barbara Skrzypek, a longtime associate of Kaczyński. Despite concerns over Skrzypek’s health, Wrzosek did not allow her legal representative to participate in the questioning. The session was not recorded.
Three days later, Barbara Skrzypek passed away due to a massive heart attack.
Kaczyński: “A Direct Connection Between the Interrogation and Her Death”
Speaking on the case, Kaczyński emphasized the need for public awareness of both the medical and legal aspects surrounding Skrzypek’s death.
“Prosecutor Wrzosek has denied any link between the interrogation and Barbara Skrzypek’s fatal heart attack. However, there are compelling, irrefutable arguments indicating a causal connection,” Kaczyński stated.
He also pointed out significant legal irregularities.
“This prosecutor’s office is currently operating illegally. From a legal perspective, what happened had no lawful foundation. I hope the time will come when this issue is properly examined by the justice system,” he added.
Kaczyński further criticized the refusal to allow Skrzypek’s legal representative to be present.
“This is crucial in the context of her death. The stress of the interrogation could have been significantly reduced if her legal counsel had been there. Additionally, there are serious concerns regarding the interrogation protocol, its credibility, contradictions, and the legitimacy of denying legal representation,” he argued.
The PiS leader reminded that, under Polish law, a prosecutor can deny legal representation, but such a decision must be issued in writing—something that did not happen in this case.
“From a legal perspective, everything surrounding this interrogation was illegal,” Kaczyński concluded.