Prosecutor from Sosnowiec loses immunity. She is suspected of causing a tragic accident
Translated from Polish, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
At a glance
- A prosecutor from Sosnowiec, Magdalena Z., has lost her immunity and is suspected of causing a fatal traffic accident in November 2024.
- The accident occurred when her car hit a 28-year-old woman walking on the roadside, who later died from her injuries.
- The investigation was delayed due to the prosecutor's immunity, but the Supreme Court has now agreed to proceed with criminal responsibility.
A significant legal development has occurred in Poland concerning a tragic traffic accident from November 2024. Magdalena Z., a prosecutor from Sosnowiec, has had her immunity lifted by the Supreme Court, paving the way for her to face charges in relation to the death of a 28-year-old woman.
The incident, which took place on national road 94 near Olkusz, involved the victim being struck by the prosecutor's car while she was walking on the roadside to pick up her daughter from school. Despite initial findings that the driver was sober and not speeding, the investigation stalled for months due to Z.'s protected status. This delay drew criticism and highlighted the complexities of holding legal professionals accountable.
In my assessment, all the evidence has been gathered and allowed for the preparation of a draft decision on charges.
According to Rzeczpospolita, the case has been a protracted one, with prosecutors in Olkusz and later Krakow preparing charges only to be halted by the immunity. The Supreme Court's decision on May 20th marks a crucial turning point, allowing the legal process to move forward. While the decision is not yet final, it offers a measure of justice for the victim's family and underscores the principle that no one is above the law, even within the judicial system itself. The article emphasizes the public interest in such cases and the scrutiny applied when immunity potentially obstructs justice.
The Supreme Court made a resolution in which it agreed to bring prosecutor Magdalena Z. to criminal responsibility.
Originally published by Rzeczpospolita in Polish. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.