Money laundering charges are raised against Vasil Bozhkov’s son – Anton Bozhkov, announced today Attorney General’s speaker – Siyka Mileva.
Anton Bozhkov was brought earlier today to the National Investigation Agency, at the capital of Sofia, for interrogation. He was also handed the indictment for his charges. The State prosecutor accuses him of involvement with a money laundry operation which is believed to be ran by a criminal organization led by his father – Vasil Bozhkov.
Anton Bozhkov is detained by prosecutor’s order for 72 hours. The prosecution is expected to come up with a permanent measure of deflection.
Vasil Bozhkov is currently taking refuge in the United Arab Emirs which were addressed by the Bulgarian authorities with a request for his extradition. 11 charges in total were raised against him.
A couple of days ago, criminal charges were also raised against Bozhkov’s wife – Elena Dineva.
Translation: Ivaylo Yotov
