- European Public Prosecutor’s Office (EPPO) conducted a coordinated investigation in Italy
- Criminal organization accused of fuel smuggling and VAT fraud
- 8 individuals, including leaders, facing legal action
- Seizure order of approximately 300 million euros against 59 suspects and 13 companies
- Organization involved in VAT fraud, criminal organization, and money laundering
- Fuel imported from Croatia and Slovenia, distributed through a network of 40+ traders in Italy
- Estimated loss of 260 million euros in unpaid VAT
- Suspects also accused of money laundering over 35 million euros
- Investigation conducted by Italian Economic and Financial Police Units in multiple cities
- All individuals presumed innocent until proven guilty in Italian courts
- EPPO is responsible for investigating and prosecuting crimes against EU’s financial interests.
Source: taxheaven.gr
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