Two high-ranking officials of the Catholic Church in Greece are under investigation for allegedly embezzling €3 million and laundering it through nightclubs and cafes.
The Greek authorities, led by the Anti-Money Laundering Authority, have been probing this case for several months. It has been revealed that the funds were funneled into five bank accounts belonging to cafe and club owners in the southern Peloponnese region. These accounts have now been frozen as part of the ongoing investigation.
The allegations suggest that the illicit activities began eight years ago, with the first suspicious transaction disguised as an ordinary investment. The most recent transfer, amounting to €50,000, occurred just days before the investigation intensified.
Details of the case have been forwarded to the chief prosecutor's office, which is expected to initiate felony proceedings against the seven individuals involved.
In response to these serious accusations, the Holy Synod of the Catholic Church of Greece stated, "Following today's press reports on embezzlement and money laundering, we declare that we have no official information on the issue. Therefore, we are awaiting an update from the relevant authorities so that we can take an official position on the matter."
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