The alleged criminal group is operating in several EU countries, prosecutors claim

The European Public Prosecutor's Office is conducting an investigation in Bulgaria and France into an alleged organized crime group dealing in luxury cars. 

The alleged criminal group, operating in several EU countries, is believed to be laundering the proceeds of criminal activity by trading in luxury cars without paying VAT. The purchase and sale invoices of over 200 luxury cars found during the searches are analyzed.

The illegal activities date back to 2018, causing damage to the EU budget estimated at at least EUR 11 million.

Searches were carried out in Paris, Sofia, Varna and Vinograd. A total of EUR 73,000, gold and foreign currency were seized.

Редактор: Маргарита Стоянчева