Regional governor of Tumbes detained in major operation against money laundering
The National Police detained the governor of Tumbes, Segismundo Cruces Ordinola, during a simultaneous operation carried out in four cities across the country as part of an investigation into alleged money laundering.
Regional governor of Tumbes detained in major operation against money laundering
Law enforcement detained the regional governor of Tumbes, Segismundo Cruces Ordinola, in the course of a wide-ranging police operation that was carried out simultaneously in four cities across the national territory: Tumbes, Chiclayo, Trujillo and Lima.
The head of the National Police's Directorate for the Investigation of Money Laundering provided details regarding the capture of the official, which occurred during the previous night in the capital city. According to the Public Ministry representative, the detainee allegedly headed a criminal network engaged in illicit activities.
The operation is part of the efforts being undertaken by Peruvian authorities to combat corruption in regional governments and dismantle structures dedicated to money laundering. The case remains under investigation by the competent judicial authorities.
Information from RPP
Source: Google News PE — Lima