A precious stone estimated at 12,000,000 dollars, smuggled into the Republic of Moldova: A member of a criminal organization is being investigated
A man, a member of the criminal organization "Patron", is under criminal investigation for smuggling precious stones.
Law enforcement determined that, at the end of last year, the suspect allegedly smuggled a "Moissanite" precious stone into the Republic of Moldova.
Thus, in the district of Orhei, following searches, the police found and picked up the precious stone identified as "Moissanite", with dimensions of 87.50/24.15 mm, 1941 carats, as well as certificates of evaluation of the precious stone in which it was specified estimated value of 12,000,000 US dollars.
Both the stone and the documents are to be exposed to expertise to establish their veracity.
The suspect faces from 3 to 10 years in prison.
