(ANSA) - Milan, February 20 - Three Franciscan friars went on
trial on Tuesday for alleged embezzlement and misappropriation
at the Milan chapter of their order.
The trio were charged after a 20-million-euro 'hole' opened
up in the order's finances.
Three Franciscan bodies have asked to stand as plaintiffs in
the case.
3 friars on trial for embezzlement
20-mn 'hole' at Franciscan chapter in Milan