In Spain, a judicial investigation has been initiated against journalist Anatoly Shariy and his wife Olga. They are suspected of tax violations, document forgery, money laundering, and cryptocurrency transactions.
Details of the Investigation
The court in El Vendrell is handling the case against Shariy, during which investigators from the Civil Guard discovered significant sums of money and valuables. During the searches, they seized:
- approximately €1.35 million;
- nearly €800,000 in cryptocurrency;
- weapons and gold.
Investigators believe that the financial flows managed by Shariy and his wife may be linked to Russian intelligence services.
Potential Consequences
Anatoly and Olga Shariy face up to 15 years in prison if found guilty. This investigation has sparked significant media attention, as Shariy is a well-known pro-Russian blogger who actively expresses his views on social media.