Operation Memorable: Dismantling a Criminal Organization Defrauding 100 Million Euros in Hydrocarbon Marketing

• A criminal organization in Seville defrauded over 100 million euros in hydrocarbon marketing
• The organization sold products below market value nationwide
• Bank employee helped open accounts for profit diversion
• 46 detainees, 30 companies investigated, 100 bank accounts blocked, 25 properties seized
• Operation “Memorable” began in 2023 after suspicions of VAT fraud in hydrocarbon sector
• Joint operation by Tax Agency and Civil Guard
• Organization led by family clan used front men to hide fraud
• Corporate networks created for each fiscal year from 2019 to 2023
• Schemes designed to make inspection and investigation difficult

Source: sede.agenciatributaria.gob.es

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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