A court in Vitoria has issued a national and international arrest warrant for Mohamed Akbache, the former president of CD Lakua, after he failed to appear at a trial regarding a complaint filed by the current board, elcorreo.com reported.
Court Orders International Arrest Warrant for Akbache
The Vitoria court took action on Thursday after Akbache missed the court appearance stemming from a criminal complaint filed by the club’s current board of directors. Following an evaluation of the submitted documentation, the presiding judge ordered the arrest warrant with international scope, involving Interpol to facilitate cooperation across its member countries, according to a letter sent by the club’s board to the families of roughly 700 young players within the Lakua youth structure.
Board Finds 400,000 Euros Missing from Club Accounts
The current board initiated legal action in March after uncovering an economic shortfall of approximately 400,000 euros that threatened the viability of the club. Court filings and internal audits identified fund movements originating from club accounts and directed into various personal bank accounts. Among the specific transactions cited by current leadership is a 15,000-euro agreement between CD Lakua and Athletic Club, which records indicate was broken down into three separate 5,000-euro payments sent to private individuals.
Operational Impact on Youth Teams and Facilities
The financial strain severely disrupted club operations as unpaid debts accumulated across multiple sectors. Athletic equipment suppliers withheld kit distributions due to unpaid balances, transportation companies suspended bus services for away matches, and the Vitoria City Council pressed claims for unpaid fees related to the use of municipal sports facilities. Despite the ongoing legal proceedings, current club leadership issued a message of reassurance to player families, pledging to maintain operations and support for the athletes and staff involved in the organization’s daily activities.
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