UK and International Forces Arrest 128 in Russian Sanctions Fraud

NCA uncovered a billion-dollar laundering network funding Russian military efforts.
Altair Holding SA bought 75% of Keremet Bank on Christmas 2024.
Operation Destabilise tracked Evil Corp and exposed Smart and TGR laundering via cash in washing powder across 28 UK towns.
128 arrests and £25 million seized in UK; international partners seized $24 million and EUR2.6 million.
45 suspects arrested and £5.1 million seized in past year.
NCA claims networks helped Promsvyazbank evade sanctions and fund Russia's illegal war in Ukraine.
Sal Melki warned couriers face long prison sentences for small pay.

Crime | Sanctions | Investigation

United Kingdom | Ukraine | Russia | European Union

Dan Jarvis | Sal Melki

1 month ago