Government Institution Manager Referred to Court Over Fraud and Money Laundering Charges

The Public Prosecution has completed its investigation into a case involving a manager at a government-affiliated institution accused of financial crimes.

According to the Head of the Financial Crimes and Money Laundering Prosecution, the manager unlawfully collected around BD 90,000 in public funds without authorization. He also exploited his position to seize more than BD 192,000, along with other assets belonging to his workplace.

Investigations revealed that the manager, in cooperation with another suspect, forged official documents and used them for personal gain. In addition, he carried out money laundering operations worth about BD 97,000 in an attempt to disguise the illegal source of the funds.

The case began after a government ministry reported findings from its internal investigation committee, which uncovered evidence of unauthorized fundraising, embezzlement, and forgery.

The Financial Crimes Prosecution questioned both suspects, examined financial records, and confirmed their involvement. During interrogation, the first suspect admitted to raising funds without a license, while the second confessed to assisting in the forgery of documents.

Both men have now been referred to the High Criminal Court, with their trial set to begin on August 31, 2025.