Prosecutor's Office in Bochum Orders Recovery of 9.8 Million Euros from Swiss Corporation
The Regional Court of Essen has ordered the seizure of a significant sum of €9,815,426.92 from a Swiss stock corporation, following an investigation into an illegal mercury trade that took place between 2011 and 2013.
The perpetrators behind this illegal activity have already been convicted to several years in prison. The seizure, an independent procedure initiated by the specialized public prosecutor's office for the prosecution of economic and financial crimes in Bochum, was carried out in collaboration with the Public Prosecutor's Office Bochum.
Approximately 1,000 tons of mercury were taken over by a company based in Essen and Dorsten, which was found to be involved in this illegal trade. The Swiss joint-stock company linked to the seizure was also implicated in the illegal trade.
The company was supposed to dispose of the mercury according to legal regulations, but instead, it was sold on the world market, resulting in millions in profits for the perpetrators.
The seizure is part of extensive seizure possibilities created by the legislator to deprive illegal gains from perpetrators. The decision regarding the seizure has been successfully applied, and the seized funds are currently being held by the court.
For inquiries, please contact Prosecutor Dr. Klus at the Public Prosecutor's Office Bochum. You can reach Dr. Klus at Telephone: 0234 967-5425 or via email at [email protected].
This seizure marks a significant step in the fight against economic and financial crimes, and it serves as a reminder of the consequences of engaging in illegal activities. The authorities remain vigilant and committed to protecting the integrity of the market and the safety of the public.
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