Bulgaria's acting chief prosecutor seeks dismissal of Plovdiv appellate prosecutor

Bulgaria's acting chief prosecutor, Vanya Stefanova, has initiated a move to dismiss Tihomir Stoev, the appellate prosecutor of Plovdiv. Stefanova formally submitted a proposal to the Prosecutor's Chamber of the Supreme Judicial Council (VSS) to commence disciplinary proceedings against Stoev.

The request for Stoev's dismissal marks a significant development within the prosecution service. While the specific grounds for Stefanova's action were not elaborated upon in the initial report, the initiation of disciplinary proceedings indicates serious concerns regarding Stoev's conduct or performance in his role.

The Supreme Judicial Council will now review Stefanova's proposal. This body is responsible for overseeing the judiciary and disciplinary matters concerning prosecutors and judges in Bulgaria. The outcome of the VSS's deliberation will determine whether Stoev faces formal disciplinary action and potential removal from his position.