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Terrorist Financing: A Serious Criminal Offence

Guyanese National Arrested for Terrorist Financing

A Guyanese national has been arrested and charged with the offence of terrorist financing, a serious crime that carries severe penalties. According to sources close to the investigation, the individual is accused of willfully providing funds and other property with the intention that they be used in whole or in part to commit terrorist acts.

Investigation Reveals Extensive Scheme

The alleged offender, who cannot be named due to legal restrictions, was arrested after an extensive investigation by law enforcement agencies and financial intelligence units. The authorities discovered that the individual had been involved in a scheme to funnel money and resources to terrorist organizations, with the intention of supporting their illegal activities.

Under Section 68(1) of the Anti-Money Laundering and Countering the Financing of Terrorism (AML/CFT) Act 2009 as amended, anyone who provides or collects funds or other property with the intention that they be used in whole or in part to commit a terrorist act commits an indictable offence.

Severe Penalties

The penalties for this crime are severe, with offenders facing:

  • Fines ranging from GY$500,000 to GY$1,500,000
  • Imprisonment terms of up to 15 years
  • In cases where the offence results in death, the maximum penalty is even more severe, with the offender facing the death penalty

Threat to National Security

The authorities have stressed that terrorist financing is a serious threat to national security and has far-reaching consequences for the country’s stability and economic well-being. They are urging citizens to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity to the relevant authorities.

Government Commitment

In related news, the government has reiterated its commitment to combating terrorism and preventing the financing of terrorist activities. The authorities have implemented various measures to detect and prevent money laundering and terrorist financing, including:

  • Stricter regulations on financial institutions
  • Increased cooperation with international partners

Ongoing Investigation

The investigation into this case is ongoing, and further details are expected to emerge in the coming days.

Note: GY$ refers to Guyanese dollars.