Overview

• The bodyguard served Markus Braun from 2012 until Wirecard's collapse in 2020.
• Braun, accused of leading a fraudulent scheme, has been in custody and on trial since December 2022.
• The prosecution alleges Braun and associates caused over €3 billion in damages to banks.
• Co-defendant Oliver Bellenhaus has admitted to the charges, implicating Braun heavily.
• Braun reportedly kept financial troubles hidden, maintaining a facade of business success.