Criminal Proceeds Squad detectives have issued a further charge this week as part of an investigation into alleged fraud and unexplained wealth.
A 65-year-old Altona man was yesterday issued with a charge of attempt to pervert the course of justice.
In August 2022, the man was initially charged with obtain financial advantage by deception and knowingly dealing with the proceeds of crime as part of this investigation.
He will appear at Melbourne Magistrates’ Court on 2 May.
This investigation commenced in December 2021, when police received information related to alleged unexplained wealth and fraudulent investment schemes.
On 8 August, 2022 police executed six warrants at properties in Sea Lake (2), Altona (2), Laverton and Woomelang.
Investigators seized a BMW X5, a Mercedes-Benz AMG and a high end commercial coffee machine.
Anyone with information on fraudulent activity or unexplained wealth is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or submit a confidential crime report at www.crimestoppers.vic.com.auExternal Link
