Ex-Baku boulevard chief faces trial over alleged embezzlement of AZN 12 million

Azerbaijan’s Serious Crimes Court has opened proceedings against former Seaside Boulevard Department head Ilgar Mustafayev and two associates, accused of embezzling over 12 million manats from rental and commercial activities between 2020–2023.

Mustafayev is also charged with tax evasion and money laundering involving over AZN 10 million. His lawyers dispute the charges, citing lack of direct witness evidence and COVID-era restrictions.

The court denied house arrest but allowed Mustafayev to sit beside his legal team during hearings. The main trial is scheduled for July 28.