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Ukrainian Sought by Moldova Over €125,000 Crypto Fraud Detained in Marina Alta After Lodging Alert

Extradition now rests with Spain's Audiencia Nacional, leaving the suspect under court surveillance.

Overview

  • The Guardia Civil responded Saturday when the electronic guest-registration system flagged a client at a tourist accommodation in Alicante's Marina Alta.
  • Officers identified a 38-year-old Ukrainian subject to an international search, detention and extradition warrant from Moldovan authorities.
  • The alleged offense involves telematic fraud using cryptocurrencies valued at €125,000, according to official reports.
  • After appearing before Dénia’s Investigative Court No. 2, the case was sent to the Audiencia Nacional to rule on transfer to Moldova.
  • The suspect was released on precautionary surveillance as police highlighted the role of mandatory lodging registries, inspections and cross-border technological cooperation.