SOCU arrests wanted money laundering, financial crimes suspect

Dave Rajeshwar Persaud

The Special Organised Crime Unit (SOCU) on Friday disclosed that Dave Rajeshwar Persaud, who was wanted in connection with money laundering and other financial crimes, has been arrested.

Persaud also known as David Persaud or Raj Persaud, for whom a wanted bulletin had been issued, was apprehended by SOCU.

SOCU also requested that anyone who was allegedly defrauded by the individual or others associated with him contact SOCU by telephone at 592-225-3079 and come forward to make reports and give statements so the lawful course of action can be taken. “All information will be treated with strict confidentiality,” SOCU said. In January, wanted bulletins were issued for Jason Van Lange, Rajeshwar Persaud and Swastie Singh.