Fréjus Mayor David Rachline to Face Court Over Alleged Conflict of Interest
The Rassemblement National politician is accused of illegal self-appointment to leadership roles in local public-private companies.
- David Rachline, mayor of Fréjus since 2014, is set to appear in court on September 30 for charges of illegal conflict of interest.
- The case involves his appointment to lead two public-private companies, Fréjus Aménagement and Gestion du port de Fréjus, without recusing himself from municipal deliberations.
- Rachline denies wrongdoing, citing a lack of legal obligation at the time to step aside from such decisions, and accuses critics of a media-driven smear campaign.
- The investigation began in 2023 following allegations detailed in the book 'Les Rapaces,' which questioned his management of the coastal city.
- A forthcoming report from the regional audit authority is expected to clarify whether any financial misconduct occurred under his administration.