Hong Kong customs arrests 7 in a $1.8 billion money laundering case linked to transnational crime

Hong Kong correctional officers target ‘illicit food transaction’ as some prisoners resist

Hong Kong authorities have targeted what they described as “illicit food transaction” in Tai Lam Correctional Institution, a minimum security institution for male adult prisoners. The Correctional Services Department launched an operation to combat illicit activities of persons in custody at Tung Tau Correctional Institution on December 9, 2021. Photo shows members of the Regional Response Team and the Dog Unit being deployed as backup at Tung …

Seven people arrested in Hong Kong suspected of involvement in a money laundering case worth approximately 1.7 billion euros. This is the largest money laundering operation ever discovered in Hong Kong. It involves five men and two women aged 23 to 74. Authorities report that the brain is also involved. All suspects are residents of Hong Kong, their nationality has not been disclosed. The case revolves around online fraud in India and the sale o…

Hong Kong customs arrests 7 in a $1.8 billion money laundering case linked to transnational crime

The seven local residents, aged between 23 and 74, were part of a large-scale transnational syndicate that used various shell companies and bank accounts.

Hong Kong customs arrests 7 over HK$14 billion money-laundering operation

Syndicate linked to mobile app scam and two jewellery companies in India, according to customs.

Hong Kong authorities arrest seven in $2.4b money laundering case

The money reportedly came from online scams in India involving the sale of electronics and rare gems. Read more at straitstimes.com.

Hong Kong authorities arrest seven in US$1.8 billion money laundering case

Hong Kong authorities said on Friday (Feb 16) they had arrested seven people suspected of being involved in a US$1.8 billion money laundering case, the largest ever in the financial hub.