Man accused of money laundering

A 45-year-old man born in the Dominican Republic was remanded in custody today after having been accused in court of having carried out money laundering activities in Malta. Carlos Frias Mateo, who holds a Dutch passport, was accused of having bought...

A 45-year-old man born in the Dominican Republic was remanded in custody today after having been accused in court of having carried out money laundering activities in Malta.

Carlos Frias Mateo, who holds a Dutch passport, was accused of having bought and transferred property in Malta which he knew had been acquired through criminal activities.

He was also accused of having tried to leave Malta for Brussels last Saturday without declaring €10,000 which he had in his possession.

The accused pleaded not guilty.

Inspector Angelo Gafa from the Economic Crimes Unit prosecuted.

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