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Danger Orsi could tamper with evidence, say prosecutors

Indian authorities also probing corruption case

12 February, 12:58
Danger Orsi could tamper with evidence, say prosecutors (see related story) (ANSA) - Busto Arsizio, February 12 - An Italian judge said there was a danger Finmeccanica CEO Giuseppe Orsi could tamper with evidence in the order for his arrest on Tuesday.

The arrest warrant also said Orsi has been trying to hamper the probe into allegations bribes were paid to secure a contract for the sale to the Indian government of 12 helicopters produced by AgustaWestland, which Finmeccanica controls.

Prosecutors in New Delhi opened a separate probe into the case on Tuesday.

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