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The US authorities accused businessman Vladislav Osipov, who has citizenship of the Russian Federation and Switzerland, of involvement in circumventing sanctions and money laundering. The corresponding statement was published by the US Department of Justice.
According to the department, Osipov, as well as British businessman Richard Masters, was accused of involvement “in a criminal scheme to assist in circumventing sanctions and money laundering.” According to the agency, these actions relate to the “ownership and operation” of the Tango yacht, owned by Russian entrepreneur Viktor Vekselberg. The lawsuits were filed in court in the District of Columbia.
The statement clarifies that Masters was detained on January 20 in Spain. The US authorities are currently seeking his extradition. The Ministry of Justice also notes that an arrest warrant has been issued for Osipov, but does not indicate exactly where the businessman is now.
According to TASS, the US authorities suggest that Osipov and Masters “through the use of US companies and the American financial system” assisted in attempts to hide the fact that the ship allegedly belongs to Vekselberg. The statement alleges that Osipov, working for Vekselberg, tried to do this with the help of front companies. The United States has previously imposed sanctions against Vekselberg.
Source: Rosbalt
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