German journalist in scandal says he didn’t use donor money

BERLIN (AP) — Lawyers for a German journalist found to have fabricated information say he denies having used for himself donations meant for nonexistent Syrian siblings.
Claas Relotius’ ex-employer, Der Spiegel magazine, said Sunday he had asked readers for donations to be transferred to his private bank account and it would work with prosecutors to find out details.
A Hamburg law firm representing Relotius said Thursday that, after being contacted by readers who wanted to donate mon