Cayman: Anti-Corruption Commission Files Charges
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Following a complex and protracted investigation, investigators from the Anti-Corruption Commission
have on 13th August 2024 charged the following persons:
Douglas Anthony SMITH, aged 48 years, of North Sound Estates, Grand Cayman, and
Shaun Michael Abshire SCOTT, aged 24 years, of George Town, Grand Cayman are charged with the
following offences:
- CONSPIRACY TO COMMIT FRAUD ON THE GOVERNMENT, contrary to sections 11(1)(a) and 52
of the Anti-Corruption Act (2019 Revision), - OBTAINING PROPERTY BY DECEPTION, contrary to Section 247(1) of the Penal Code (2020
Revision), - BEING CONCERNED IN A MONEY LAUNDERING ARRANGEMENT, contrary to section 134 (1) of
the Proceeds of Crime Act (2020 Revision).
Both persons will appear at Court at 10:00am on Tuesday, 27th August 2024. No further information will be released, at this time.
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About the Anti-Corruption Commission
The Anti-Corruption Commission (“ACC”) was established by the Anti-Corruption Act (“the Act”) which
came into effect on 1 January 2010 (and which has since been amended several times). The ACC is responsible for administering the Act. The mission of the ACC is “To enhance the stability, prosperity and reputation of the Cayman Islands by sustaining the confidence and trust of the community in the integrity and good governance of its government and public institutions through fighting corruption with just, fair and effective investigations.”