DORH said it had information from before that it was possible that some people involved in securing funds necessary for Croatia's defence were illegally gaining property. DORH said it immediately requested the police to carry out an investigation and check available sources and documentation.
"Given that all evidence pointed to international cash flows and involvement of banks and other financial institutions in various countries, notably in off shore zones, steps are being taken to establish the legality of the said transactions, DORH said in a statement.
The Office of the Chief State Prosecutor said these investigations were long and could not be accelerated because they depended on international legal assistance which, according to DORH, was complicated and demanding, notably when it comes to collecting data from bank accounts.
DORH reiterated it would investigate allegations that retired General Vladimir Zagorec had gained property illegally. The allegations were made by the accused business tycoon Hrvoje Petrac at his re-trial for the abduction of Zagorec's teenage son.