(20 Nov 2024) MOGADISHU (Halqabsi News) — Somali authorities have charged a man accused of financing the Al-Shabaab militant group and laundering money. The suspect, identified as Abdifatah Abdullahi Mohamed Gesey, also known as “Haji Cash,” was presented to the Banadir Regional Court by the Office of the Attorney General.
According to a statement released on Monday, the court has approved the preliminary evidence submitted by prosecutors, leading to the suspect being remanded in custody while investigations continue.
The Attorney General’s office stated that once the investigation is complete, formal legal proceedings will commence. The case is part of the federal government’s broader efforts to disrupt financial networks associated with terrorism.
The Office of the Attorney General reiterated its commitment to combating terrorism financing and dismantling illicit financial operations linked to extremist groups.
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