- The European Public Prosecutor’s Office (EPPO) conducted two searches in the Netherlands as part of an investigation into VAT fraud involving car sales.
- The searches took place in a house in Tilburg and the premises of a company in Kaatsheuvel.
- Luxury cars, cash, bank accounts, and physical and digital documents were seized during the searches.
- These searches are part of a larger investigation led by the EPPO, which has already conducted 27 investigative measures in the Netherlands, France, and Germany.
- The EPPO is responsible for investigating and prosecuting crimes against the financial interests of the European Union.
Source: eppo.europa.eu
Note that this post was (partially) written with the help of AI. It is always useful to review the original source material, and where needed to obtain (local) advice from a specialist.
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