A woman was arrested by the Hawks in Midrand over allegations of fraud and money laundering involving R16.3 million.
Hawks spokesperson Warrant Officer Bonnie Nxumalo said the Hawks’ Serious Corruption Investigation team arrested the 45-year-old woman at her home in an estate in Midrand.
In a statement, Nxumalo said, “The team executed a warrant of arrest after a lengthy investigation into a complaint of fraudulent activities. It is alleged that the suspect defrauded the complainant of more than R16.3 million.
The suspect, who is alleged to be his [complainant’s] Black Economic Empowerment partner ,allegedly used money meant for business purposes, for personal gain.”
Two vehicles belonging to the woman which were allegedly bought using the laundered cash were seized. The Asset Forfeiture Unit is on board as the investigation continued, Nxumalo added.“The suspect appeared in the Pretoria Specialised Commercial Crime Court and was released on R20 00 bail.
The matter was postponed to 7 April 2022 for further investigation.”
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