13 people arrested in France and Romania in a 306 million euro money laundering case

13 people arrested in France and Romania in a 306 million euro money laundering case

French and Romanian authorities have arrested 13 people suspected of laundering at least 306 million euros ($364 million) in proceeds from drug trafficking and other crimes, Eurojust said.

The group is believed to have operated between 2018 and 2024 through a cross-border network spanning France and Romania. Eurojust said the suspects allegedly funneled large sums through accounts of companies under their control.

In Romania, part of the funds was invested in real estate, often registered in the names of third parties to conceal beneficial ownership. Authorities seized more than 400,000 euros in cash, along with jewelry, luxury watches and mobile phones.