Volkswagen Diesel Scandal Trial Against Martin Winterkorn Delayed Indefinitely

The former VW CEO's health issues have led to the suspension of court proceedings, with no timeline for resumption.

The criminal trial against ex-Volkswagen CEO Martin Winterkorn has been postponed due to his ongoing health problems, including recent injuries and surgeries.
Winterkorn, 77, faces charges of fraud, market manipulation, and perjury related to the diesel emissions scandal that surfaced during his tenure at VW from 2007 to 2015.
A medical evaluation concluded that Winterkorn is currently unfit to travel or participate in court proceedings, leading to the cancellation of 89 scheduled hearings through February 2026.
The defense had filed a motion to disqualify the presiding judge, citing bias over the scheduling of trial dates before the health assessment was completed, but the court rejected the claim.
The court has not set a new date for the trial to resume, leaving the future of the high-profile case uncertain.