The Swedish Economic Crime Authority has initiated legal proceedings against a man originally from Skellefteå, who faces charges of serious tax fraud amounting to 107 million SEK. The prosecution alleges that he provided incorrect information on six separate tax declarations by not disclosing profits from cryptocurrency sales. Linnea Hedström, a prosecutor with the authority, noted that this constitutes a serious crime involving substantial amounts of money.

The man has been living abroad, officially registered in Georgia during the investigation period, which raises questions regarding his tax obligations in Sweden. He denies any wrongdoing, asserting that he did not have the intent to evade taxes because he claims he was not residing in Sweden at the time of the alleged offenses. The charges span from 2018 to 2023, during which he reportedly failed to appear for questioning and was subsequently arrested in absentia, leading to an international alert for his capture.

In November 2025, the man was apprehended by Dutch authorities at Amsterdam Airport, marking a significant development in the ongoing case. This incident highlights the complexities of international tax law and the challenges of prosecuting financial crimes that involve cross-border elements, especially with the growing prevalence of cryptocurrencies.