After US prosecutors reportedly told the Department of Justice (DoJ), alleging that Boeing had broken a settlement linked to two deadly crases of the 737 Max aircraft, the US aerospace firm may now face criminal charges. According to media sources, the DoJ's officials have until July 7 to determine whether to press criminal charges against Boeing based on the recommendation of the case's prosecutors. "Boeing's employees chose the path of profit over candour," the DoJ stated at the time of the settlement. Watch | Whistleblowers highlight Boeing safety lapses × The deal was supposed to expire in January, which would have given Boeing one less thing to worry about. A source stated that Boeing may be charged with more offences in addition to the initial 2021 fraud conspiracy indictment.

Source: Ethiopian News June 24, 2024 12:20 UTC