CROATIA: Four People Suspected of Subsidy Fraud and Money Laundering

European Public Prosecutor’s Office Takes Action

Luxembourg, 4 October 2023 - The European Public Prosecutor’s Office (EPPO) in Zagreb is conducting urgent evidence-gathering activities against four individuals suspected of subsidy fraud and money laundering.

Investigation Details

• Three people have been arrested so far as part of the investigation.
• The suspects are believed to have committed crimes in connection with a ‘Support for investments in agricultural holdings’ call published by Croatia’s Paying Agency for Agriculture, Fisheries and Rural Development.
• The project was co-financed by the EU’s European Agricultural Fund for Rural Development at an 85% rate.

Next Steps

After questioning the suspects, the EPPO will make a decision on further actions in the case. No additional details will be released until then.

About the European Public Prosecutor’s Office

The EPPO is the independent public prosecution office of the European Union, responsible for investigating, prosecuting and bringing to justice crimes against the financial interests of the EU.