Where there is smoke there is fire, eventually... So, the rumour is now becoming a little more than that.
Now for the Forum's "owners of the moral truth", this is (cayenne's) irresponsible posting...
How much more is there that has not been disclosed. Let the info flow freely unless one feels "responsible" (or part of) for being part of the "wrong". Money alone does NOT buy safety and professionalism outright for any price. Ensure you fly safely, PLEASE.