Moldova uncovers major tax evasion, money laundering scheme
A large-scale tax evasion and money laundering scheme, spanning four years, has been uncovered by the Prosecutor's Office for Combating Organized Crime and Special Cases (PCCOCS), in collaboration with the State Tax Service.
Law enforcement is currently investigating a business association operating in the waste collection and recycling sector.
According to preliminary investigation data, between 2020 and 2024, representatives of the entity caused over 11 million Lei in damages to the state budget.
State prosecutors claim the organization generated significant profits by avoiding tax obligations, specifically by failing to register as a VAT payer and failing to submit mandatory tax returns.
During the investigation, searches were conducted at multiple locations, resulting in the seizure of documents and other relevant evidence that confirm investigators' suspicions.
"Objects and documents that constitute material evidence relevant to the criminal investigation have been identified," PCCOCS representatives stated.
The case remains under active investigation.
Translation by Iurie Tataru
