A network of restaurants operating throughout the country has come under the scrutiny of the law enforcement. Following a series of searches, about 19 million lei cash was found that was not reflected in the company’s accounting records.

The Special Cases Prosecution Service believes this is a tax evasion scheme in particularly large proportions for the period of the 2022 fiscal year.

During the criminal investigation, it was established that as a result of avoiding the issuance of tax receipts to customers, the company collected money in cash that was not reflected in the company’s accounting records, meaning taxes were not paid on these amounts.

Investigations continue to establish all the circumstances and persons involved. At the same time, law enforcement officers urge the public to ask for a tax receipt when buying goods and services.