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Operation Memorable: Dismantling a Criminal Organization Defrauding 100 Million Euros in Hydrocarbon Marketing

  • A criminal organization in Seville defrauded over 100 million euros in hydrocarbon marketing
  • The organization sold products below market value nationwide
  • Bank employee helped open accounts for profit diversion
  • 46 detainees, 30 companies investigated, 100 bank accounts blocked, 25 properties seized
  • Operation “Memorable” began in 2023 after suspicions of VAT fraud in hydrocarbon sector
  • Joint operation by Tax Agency and Civil Guard
  • Organization led by family clan used front men to hide fraud
  • Corporate networks created for each fiscal year from 2019 to 2023
  • Schemes designed to make inspection and investigation difficult

Source: sede.agenciatributaria.gob.es

Note that this post was (partially) written with the help of AI. It is always useful to review the original source material, and where needed to obtain (local) advice from a specialist.

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