Twenty-five people have been detained following money laundering allegations. The scheme described by social media as one of the largest of its kinds involved workers of the postal service in Egypt. 5 workers from the postal service and 20 other people are currently kept in custody for 15 days while investigators continue with investigations. The allegation includes opening accounts for the other people to transfer and deposit money which was carried out by the employees with an illegal intention which is a threat to the country’s security and also a violation of the anti-money laundering laws of Egypt.
Egypt Post Employees charged over alleged money laundering
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