Dubai Police Apprehends Main Suspect in Global Tax Fraud Case
Dubai Police, in collaboration with law enforcement agencies from 15 countries, has apprehended a key suspect involved in an international tax fraud scheme as part of 'Operation Pitstop.'
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The operation, aimed at tackling cross-border crimes, led to the arrest of individuals in multiple countries. Dubai Police played a crucial role by arresting an Italian national in the UAE who is a central figure in an organized crime syndicate conducting a major tax fraud scheme through companies based in Spain, Romania, and Estonia, with operations centered in Italy.
.@DubaiPoliceHQ plays crucial role in global operation codenamed 'Operation Pit Stop’; arrests key suspect in €40 million tax fraud. https://t.co/6ggiylGoae #Dubai pic.twitter.com/GTLZ8kcrGx
— Dubai Media Office (@DXBMediaOffice) January 25, 2024
These entities allegedly committed fraudulent activities through e-commerce platforms, submitting false value-added tax (VAT) declarations totaling over €40 million (approximately AED 160 million).
Lieutenant General Abdullah Khalifa Al Marri, Commander-in-Chief of Dubai Police, emphasized the force's dedication to collaborating with global law enforcement, sharing intelligence, and addressing complex transnational crimes.