The police suspect the director of the University of Life Sciences, Toomas Tiirats. He purchased medicines and services without following the rules. The cost of the purchases exceeded four million euros. The police believe that one company gained an advantage.
Police chief Aivar Sepp said that the investigation is still ongoing. The police sent a letter to the University of Life Sciences. The letter warned of problems.
University representative Kristina Kurm said that the police are investigating pharmacy purchases. The police stated that director Tiirats did not personally benefit.
The University of Life Sciences is not yet fully aware of the incident. They are working with the police. The university has turned to lawyers. They are beginning to prepare for new purchases.
The University of Life Sciences needs to purchase medicines and maintain veterinary services. The university takes the incident seriously and is correcting mistakes.
The police sent a letter to the rector on Wednesday. The letter mentioned violations of public procurement rules. The police requested the university to cease the activity.