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Ex-VW Winterkorn's diesel scam trial suspended due to ailing health

EX-VW CEO Martin Winterkorn trial Sept. 3, 2024
Former VW CEO Martin Winterkorn denies charges of fraud, making false statements and market manipulation. (REUTERS/REUTERS)
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October 01, 2024 01:32 PM

BERLIN -- The criminal trial of former Volkswagen Group CEO Martin Winterkorn over the automaker's diesel emissions scandal has been suspended due to his poor health.

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