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A prominent member of a well-known family is being investigated by law enforcement, multiple sources have told ANR.<\/p>

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The probe is in relation to passport and money laundering allegations, according to initial reports.<\/p>\n

The businessman was taken into custody on Friday and is being questioned.<\/p>

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He has not been charged.<\/p>

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More details to come as the story develops.<\/p>\n

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