BUCHAREST, Romania — Romanian authorities have detained Calin Georgescu, a far-right populist who previously led the polls in a now-canceled presidential race. The incident unfolded when Georgescu was halted by law enforcement during a routine traffic stop on Wednesday, and subsequently escorted to the General Prosecutor’s Office for questioning, according to his communication team.
In a statement shared via social media, the communication team explained that Georgescu, aged 62, was on the verge of submitting his candidacy for the upcoming presidential elections before he was unexpectedly questioned by prosecutors. The motives behind the inquiry remain undisclosed, and it is uncertain at this point whether any formal charges will be pressed against him.
The news has left many in speculation, as no additional details have surfaced regarding the reasons for the questioning or potential implications for Georgescu’s political future. His supporters are keenly awaiting further developments to understand the ramifications of this unexpected development.
