Mauritian authorities arrest three suspects in DistributeX investigation

Mauritian authorities, including the Financial Crimes Commission (FCC) and the Anti-Money Laundering Unit of the CCID, have arrested three suspects in connection with an investigation into the cryptocurrency platform DistributeX.

Investigators suspect the platform may be operating a Ponzi scheme under the name ‘One Community.’ The scheme reportedly involves members paying an initial financial contribution in exchange for promised gains from online cryptocurrency-related activities. Members are also encouraged to recruit others for commissions.

Evidence from a search in Surinam led to the arrest of a representative who allegedly organized meetings to attract investors. Phone analysis revealed a chain of recruitment where links and codes were shared, potentially bringing 169 people into the platform. Additionally, a couple in Nouvelle-France has been arrested on suspicion of acting as agents for the entity.

The FCC has seized documents and electronic devices and is urging anyone who has interacted with DistributeX, its representatives, or transferred assets to come forward with information.