A grand jury in the Southern District of Florida has indicted Azruddin Mohamed, a prominent Guyanese politician and businessman, and his father, Nazar Mohamed, on charges of wire fraud, mail fraud, and money laundering. The duo, already under U.S. sanctions, allegedly conspired to defraud both the United States and the government of Guyana for personal enrichment. The indictment, comprising 11 counts, was unsealed this week, revealing their involvement in fraudulent activities, including the illegal shipment of gold through Miami. Prosecutors claim the Mohameds reused customs declarations and official seals to evade taxes and circumvent Guyanese export laws. Earlier this year, U.S. authorities seized a multimillion-dollar shipment of untaxed gold linked to the Mohameds. Azruddin Mohamed, who founded the WIN Party and secured significant opposition seats in Guyana’s September general elections, has garnered substantial support among the country’s impoverished population. The case highlights ongoing efforts by U.S. authorities to combat international financial crimes.
Sanctioned Guyanese politician and father indicted in the United States
