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Jersey's Legal Battle with a Russian Tycoon

JerseyMonday, November 17, 2025
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A wealthy Russian businessman, Roman Abramovich, is in a legal fight with the government of Jersey.

  • His team claims the investigation, which started in 2022, is unfair and has not made any progress.
  • They allege that the government has not provided enough evidence or made any charges against Abramovich.

Government Freezes Assets Worth $7 Billion

  • The government of Jersey froze assets worth $7 billion linked to Abramovich.
  • They stated he was involved in a criminal case.
  • Abramovich's team counters that no charges have been filed in over three years.
  • They also claim the government deleted important data related to the case.

Accusations of Conspiracy

  • Abramovich's team is now accusing the Jersey government of conspiracy.
  • They say the government failed to share all the information they had about Abramovich.
  • The government of Jersey has not responded to these claims yet.

About Roman Abramovich

  • Abramovich is a well-known businessman.
  • He made a significant fortune after the Soviet Union broke up in 1991.
  • He is also a citizen of Israel.
  • His net worth is estimated to be around $9.2 billion.
  • This legal battle raises questions about how governments handle investigations against powerful individuals.
  • It also highlights the complexity of international legal cases involving wealthy businesspeople.

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