Community Service, Summons, and Compensation Payments
At stations in Winschoten, Hoogezand, and Groningen, fifteen suspects were interrogated. Eleven of them were immediately informed of the charges against them and what the Public Prosecution Services decision is in their case. Some received community service ranging from 16 to 40 hours, and 2 suspects were summoned after they decided not to agree with the proposed penalty order. Several suspects were also required to pay compensation.

In total, this provided a follow-up to 39 reports of fraud made in the basic teams Ommelanden-Oost, -Midden, Groningen-Centrum, and Groningen-Noord. For four other suspects, additional investigation was needed after the interrogation. These cases will be handled at a later date. The victims will be informed by the Public Prosecution Service about the handling.

Disrupting Criminal Processes
The goal of the wash street is to stop such criminal practices. Although a money mule may only have a facilitating role in some cases, prosecuting these individuals contributes to disrupting the criminal process. Through close cooperation and quick handling like this, many cases can be processed in a short period. Additionally, the police and Public Prosecution Service gain more insight into criminal money flows and potential other suspects. If you have information about people who may make their account available to criminals or are otherwise involved in fraudulent practices, please share this with the police. This can be done via 0900 – 88 44, but of course also always anonymously via 0800 – 7000.