A Sydney accountant is facing serious allegations of aiding a major crime syndicate in laundering money and committing fraud. The investigation into the 43-year-old man began in December 2021 when a strike force was formed to examine his alleged involvement with organised crime activities.
On the morning of May 13, police executed a search warrant at a tax office located in the Sydney CBD. During the operation, they reportedly uncovered various financial documents linked to members of the crime syndicate. Shortly thereafter, the accountant was apprehended on Edwin Street in Croydon.
He has been charged with several fraud-related offences and has been granted bail, with an upcoming court appearance scheduled for June 17. Additionally, a 30-year-old associate of his received a notice to appear in court on July 30, charged with fraudulently obtaining property through deception. This individual is accused of orchestrating a bogus mortgage application for a property valued at over $1 million, attempting to present himself as the legitimate beneficiary.
The unfolding case highlights the intricate web of crime involving financial professionals and underscores the ongoing efforts of law enforcement to tackle organised crime in Sydney.