BBC investigative journalist Yordan Tsalov revealed new details about the whereabouts of the wanted crypto queen Ruzha Ignatova on the air of the program "Hello" , Bulgaria" on "New TV".
"One of the versions is that Ruzha Ignatova is hiding in Russia, like Edward Snowden and many others. They have been living there for decades and the Western world cannot reach them", says Tsalov.
Security Advisor Missing
The journalist reveals an important detail surrounding the disappearance of Luxembourg spy Frank Schneider - Ignatova's security advisor. After an interview with the BBC investigative team and before the planned extradition to the United States of America, Schneider disappeared without a trace.
$50 million documents
"There is evidence that Ruzha Ignatova is alive,", claims Tsalov. According to the information, lawyers presented in a court in Dubai up-to-date powers of attorney with a declaration of will from Ignatova for a financial transfer worth 50 million dollars.
Money Laundering Scheme
The investigation revealed a sophisticated money laundering scheme through the cryptocurrency platform OneCoin. According to Tsalov, Ignatova reinvested funds in businesses and real estate, including those associated with the criminal figure known as Taki.