Key facts
- Danish police arrested 13 Chinese nationals and one Danish citizen.
- The individuals are suspected of involvement in a money-laundering network.
- The network allegedly laundered more than 100 million Danish kroner ($15.4 million).
- The alleged scheme involved purchasing luxury goods like designer bags and watches.
- These items were then resold domestically and internationally.
Danish authorities have apprehended 14 individuals, including 13 Chinese nationals and one Danish citizen, in connection with an alleged money-laundering operation. The network is accused of funneling over 100 million Danish kroner, equivalent to approximately $15.4 million, through the purchase and resale of luxury goods.
The arrests occurred across Zealand on Wednesday as part of a large-scale, coordinated effort spearheaded by Denmark’s National Special Crime Unit in collaboration with Copenhagen police. Investigators suspect the group utilized criminal proceeds to acquire high-value items such as designer handbags and luxury watches. These items were allegedly resold to customers both within Denmark and in international markets, with the use of proxies reportedly involved in some transactions.