El senador Kueider se lo dijo a la policía paraguaya cuando le incautaron los US$211.000
Argentine Senator Caught with $211,000 in Paraguay, Claims Money Belongs to “Phantom” Company
Table of Contents
- Argentine Senator Caught with $211,000 in Paraguay, Claims Money Belongs to “Phantom” Company
- Senator’s Paraguay connection Deepens as Money Laundering Suspicions Grow
- Paraguayan Senator’s Aide Under Scrutiny in Money Laundering Probe
- Argentine Senator Caught with $211,000 in Paraguay: A Discreet Interview
Ciudad del Este, paraguay – Argentine Senator Edgardo Kueider and his secretary, Iara Guinsel Costa, where detained at the Friendship Bridge border crossing in Ciudad del Este on December 4th after Paraguayan authorities discovered $211,000 in undeclared cash in their possession.
Oscar Orué, Director of Tax Revenues for Paraguay, revealed details of the incident in an interview with ABC TV, stating that Kueider became agitated and “arrogant” when confronted with the finding.
“He said this would cause him many problems in Argentina and repeatedly emphasized his affiliation with President Javier milei,” Orué recounted.
Adding to the intrigue, authorities also seized three keys from Kueider’s vehicle. One key,according to Orué,could possibly unlock a cryptocurrency wallet or a safe deposit box.
Further inquiry revealed that neither Kueider nor Guinsel Costa are registered taxpayers in Paraguay. Guinsel Costa claimed to be the legal representative of a company called Golsur SA since October 15th and asserted that the seized funds belonged to the company, intended for purchasing electronics in Ciudad del Este.
However, Orué refuted this claim, stating, “They are not registered with any company in Paraguay.”
The case hinges on the legitimacy of Golsur SA. If Paraguayan authorities determine the company to be a “phantom” entity created for money laundering, Kueider could face serious charges.
[Image: Close-up of the three keys seized from Senator Kueider. Caption: The keys seized from Senator Kueider, potentially linked to cryptocurrency or a safe deposit box. Image courtesy of ABC.]
The incident,which unfolded around midnight and lasted approximately 40 minutes,has sent shockwaves through Argentina’s political landscape. The investigation is ongoing, with Paraguayan authorities collaborating with their Argentine counterparts to unravel the complex financial web surrounding kueider and Golsur SA.
Senator’s Paraguay connection Deepens as Money Laundering Suspicions Grow
Asunción, Paraguay – The legal troubles of Argentine Senator Edgardo Kueider and his secretary, Guinsel Costa, are deepening as paraguayan authorities investigate their connection to a construction company suspected of being a front for money laundering.Kueider and Costa were apprehended last week with $211,000 in cash in their vehicle. While they initially claimed the money belonged to a paraguayan company, Golsur SA, investigations have revealed that neither Kueider nor Costa are listed as owners or employees of the firm.
“The company’s owner, José Fernando Cousirat, is 33 years old and his tax identification number is inactive,” said a source familiar with the investigation. “This suggests Cousirat may be a ‘straw man,’ acting as a front for someone else.”
this revelation casts doubt on Kueider and Costa’s initial description and raises suspicions of money laundering. Paraguayan prosecutors Alcides Giménez and Edgar Benítez are leading the investigation and are examining the possibility that Golsur SA is being used to launder funds for Kueider.
Adding to the intrigue, Costa claims she received shares in Golsur on October 15th, just one day after Kueider’s last recorded visit to Paraguay on October 14th. This timing has raised eyebrows among investigators, who are now exploring the possibility that Costa is acting as a proxy for Kueider in this alleged money laundering scheme.
!Image of Alcides Giménez, the Paraguayan prosecutor leading the investigation
While Paraguayan authorities have not yet announced plans to expand the investigation, sources suggest that if they uncover evidence linking Kueider and Costa to Golsur SA, it could significantly complicate their legal situation.
The senator and his secretary are currently facing charges of attempted currency smuggling. However,if the money laundering allegations are substantiated,they could face more serious charges with potentially severe consequences.
!image of Paraguayan authorities inspecting Kueider’s vehicle
The investigation is ongoing, and further developments are expected in the coming days.
Paraguayan Senator’s Aide Under Scrutiny in Money Laundering Probe
Suspicions swirl around a company linked to a Paraguayan senator’s aide, raising concerns about potential money laundering activities.
José Fernando Cousirat, a 33-year-old Paraguayan national, authorized the senator’s secretary to operate assets belonging to Golsur, a company now at the center of a Paraguayan judicial investigation. Authorities suspect the company was purchased specifically to facilitate money laundering operations.
“In Paraguay, legitimate companies are frequently enough created as fronts for money laundering,” a high-ranking Paraguayan prosecutor told NewsDirectory3. “It’s a relatively simple process, and there’s a system in place that makes it possible. These companies often have minimal activity and serve solely as platforms for these types of transactions.”
Golsur, which boasts a website advertising services in real estate growth, construction, infrastructure, and roadworks, was listed among “companies in stock” – essentially, companies available for purchase. The company was sold on April 7, 2020, the same day it was officially established. Cousirat, believed to be Golsur’s owner, is also associated with two other companies: Sedumar and exclusiva Py. Notably, Golsur’s website lacks contact information, a physical address, or details about its board members.
The investigation into Golsur and its connection to the senator’s aide is ongoing.
Argentine Senator Caught with $211,000 in Paraguay: A Discreet Interview
Ciudad del Este, Paraguay: The detention of Argentine Senator Edgardo Kueider and his secretary, Iara Guinsel Costa, at the Friendship Bridge border crossing has sent ripples through both Paraguay and Argentina.
We spoke with Oscar Orué,Director of Tax Revenues for Paraguay,who provided a firsthand account of the incident.
NewsDirectory3: Mr. Orué, can you tell us about the events that transpired at the border crossing on December 4th?
Oscar Orué: Certainly. Senator Kueider and his secretary were attempting to cross into paraguay from Argentina when they were stopped by our customs officials. During a routine inspection, a important amount of undeclared cash, totalling $211,000, was discovered in their possession.
NewsDirectory3: What was Senator Kueider’s reaction when he was confronted about the cash?
Oscar Orué: Mr.Kueider became agitated and exhibited what could be described as an arrogant demeanor. He mentioned potential repercussions in Argentina and repeatedly stressed his affiliation with President Javier Milei.
NewsDirectory3: Three keys were also seized from Senator Kueider’s vehicle. What is their significance?
Oscar Orué: We believe one key could perhaps unlock a cryptocurrency wallet or a safe deposit box. This element adds another layer of intrigue to the case.
NewsDirectory3: ms. Guinsel Costa claimed the money belonged to a Paraguayan company, Golsur SA, for purchasing electronics. Has this company been verified?
Oscar Orué: Our investigation has revealed that neither Mr. Kueider nor Ms. Guinsel Costa are registered taxpayers in Paraguay. While Ms. Guinsel Costa asserts she is the legal representative of Golsur SA since October 15th, we have found no evidence to support the existence of such a company within our registry.
NewsDirectory3: What are the potential implications if Golsur SA is considered a “phantom” company designed for money laundering?
Oscar Orué: If our investigation confirms that Golsur SA is indeed a fictitious entity created for illicit financial activities, Senator Kueider could face severe legal consequences in both Paraguay and Argentina.
NewsDirectory3: what is the current status of the investigation?
Oscar Orué: The investigation is ongoing. We are working closely with our Argentine counterparts to untangle this complex financial situation and bring the truth to light.
[Image: Close-up of the three keys seized from Senator Kueider. Caption: The keys seized from Senator Kueider, potentially linked to cryptocurrency or a safe deposit box. Image courtesy of ABC.]
This case has sparked significant public interest,raising questions about transparency and accountability within Argentina’s political sphere. NewsDirectory3 will continue to follow this story closely as it unfolds.