The Directorate for Priority Crime Investigation (DPCI), widely known as the Hawks, has made a significant breakthrough in South Africa’s fight against organised fraud.
On Monday, authorities arrested 42-year-old Georgie Maureen Da Lanca for her involvement in a multi-million rand coltan scam. She now faces fraud and money laundering charges.
The fraudulent scheme reportedly involved the illicit trade of coltan, a high-value mineral used in electronic devices. Investigators believe Da Lanca played a key role in deceiving investors and laundering proceeds from the scam.
The Hawks have confirmed that the investigation is ongoing, with more arrests expected as authorities continue to dismantle the criminal network behind the operation.
