公安机关成功侦办一起美方通报的涉嫌“洗钱”犯罪案件

Core Viewpoint - The case of illegal foreign exchange operations involving individuals identified as Tong and Chen has been successfully investigated by the Shenyang police, highlighting the complexities of cross-border financial crimes and the importance of international cooperation in law enforcement [1][2][3]. Group 1: Case Development - In April 2024, a tip-off from the U.S. regarding Tong's involvement in money laundering for drug traffickers prompted the Chinese police to initiate an investigation [1]. - The Shenyang police established a task force to investigate the fragmented leads and difficulties in obtaining evidence from abroad, leading to the collection of significant evidence against the suspects [1][2]. - By May 20, 2024, Tong and Chen were apprehended in Wuhan while attempting to flee the country, following extensive evidence collection efforts across multiple provinces and cities [2]. Group 2: Criminal Activities - Since 2017, Tong and associates operated a car dealership in the U.S. and provided currency exchange services, later shifting to illegal foreign exchange operations [2]. - From January 2020 to June 2021, Tong directed Chen and others in China to facilitate illegal currency exchanges, amassing over 16 million RMB through domestic bank accounts [2]. - Tong also engaged in virtual currency transactions, purchasing Bitcoin and Tether to facilitate cash exchanges, primarily serving students and gamblers in the U.S. [3]. Group 3: Legal Proceedings - The case was transferred to the prosecutorial authority on November 26, 2024, and by September 2025, both Tong and Chen were sentenced to prison terms of 1 year and 7 months, and 1 year and 4 months respectively, for illegal foreign exchange operations [3].