UAE arrests Swedish gang leader wanted by Interpol in Dh26.5m money laundering case
Dubai: The UAE has arrested a Swedish national wanted by Interpol for allegedly heading a gang that laundered about Dh26.5 million, in a coordinated operation that saw six other suspects detained simultaneously in Sweden. The suspect, who had fled Sweden, was wanted under an Interpol Red Notice over suspected money laundering offences, the ministry said. His arrest in the UAE followed a joint…
Dubai: A Swedish gang leader, wanted by Interpol for alleged involvement in a Dh26.5 million money laundering scheme, was arrested in the UAE as part of a joint operation with Swedish authorities. The suspect, who had fled Sweden, was apprehended in a coordinated effort that involved intelligence sharing and security operations between the two countries.
According to the ministry, the gang allegedly handled 70 million Swedish kronor, equivalent to Dh26.5 million, over a ten-month period, using cash proceeds from criminal activities and transferring funds through cryptocurrencies. The operation also uncovered links to other criminal activities, including organised crime and contract killings.
Six additional suspects were detained simultaneously in Sweden. Legal proceedings have been initiated against the suspects, and the UAE reaffirmed its commitment to combating transnational organised crime.
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