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Singapore S$3B money laundering asset auctions

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Following a S$3 billion money laundering investigation, authorities in Singapore have begun the process of auctioning seized assets. In early September, plans were announced for the auction of ten luxury apartments in the River Valley and Tanjong Pagar areas, with guide prices ranging from S$2.238 million to S$6.78 million. These properties are part of a larger portfolio of more than 80 real estate assets tied to the probe. Deloitte Singapore, appointed by the Singapore Police Force, is managing the progressive auction of these forfeited non-cash assets. By mid-September, the disposal process expanded to include luxury goods. The liquidation of these items is being conducted through a series of 15 timed, online-only auctions managed by the auction house Hotlotz, scheduled to run from September 2026 through May 2027. This phased approach is intended to prevent market saturation. The initial auction phases include fine jewellery from brands such as Cartier, Bulgari, Graff, and Van Cleef & Arpels, alongside luxury handbags and accessories from Chanel, Louis Vuitton, Hermès, and Christian Dior. Subsequent sales are expected to feature high-end watches from makers including Patek Philippe, Rolex, and Richard Mille. On September 20, 2026, the first of these 15 scheduled online auctions concluded. The sale of 337 handbags and accessories raised more than S$1.1 million. Notable ~~items include~~ results included a ~~15.02-carat fancy yellow diamond ring, with an~~ Louis Vuitton x Yayoi Kusama pumpkin-shaped bag that sold for S$87,000, significantly exceeding its estimated value of ~~S$200,000~~ S$12,000 to ~~S$300,000.~~ S$16,000. Other items sold included a S$20,000 Christian Dior crocodile bag. While luxury goods saw high demand, high-end real estate seized in the same case failed to attract buyers. The investigation, which involved a police operation of over 400 officers targeting a criminal network involved in fraud and illegal gambling, resulted in the conviction of ten Chinese nationals for offenses including money laundering and forgery. ~~Proceeds from the auctions will be directed to the state budget.~~

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