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Raid in Calvià: Reality Check on the Villas of a Putin-Linked Businessman

Why Police Searched Villas in Calvià

Police searched villas in Calvià over alleged money laundering, tax offences and hidden property ownership linked to Mallorca.

Published: April 22, 2026
Raid in Calvià: Reality Check on the Villas of a Putin-Linked Businessman

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Why was there a police raid in Calvià, Mallorca?

Police carried out searches in several villas in Calvià as part of an investigation into suspected money laundering, tax offences and possible involvement in a criminal organisation. Authorities said cash and high-value vehicles were seized and two people were arrested. The case is linked to properties in Mallorca that investigators believe were used to hide assets through complex ownership structures.

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