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Italian Police Smash Underground Crypto Bank Ring
21 Oct
Summary
- Authorities arrested 30 suspects linked to a mafia-backed underground bank.
- The illicit operation moved approximately €68 million abroad.
- Cryptocurrencies were used to launder illegally obtained funds.
Milan prosecutors announced on Wednesday that Italian authorities have initiated arrests for 30 individuals implicated in running a mafia-affiliated underground banking network. This operation is accused of transferring approximately €68 million to overseas destinations. The financial police in Italy successfully uncovered this extensive scheme.
The network's modus operandi involved combining cash from illicit activities with the use of cryptocurrencies. This allowed for the laundering of substantial amounts of illegally obtained funds, facilitating their movement abroad. The investigation is ongoing, with authorities working to fully dismantle the criminal enterprise and recover assets.
