2025-08-05

Ashley Arandez pleads guilty to dishonest conduct and dealing with proceeds of crime

The Director of Public Prosecutions, following an ASIC investigation, prosecuted Ashley Arandez for dishonest conduct, unlicensed financial services, and dealing with proceeds of crime. Arandez pleaded guilty to charges involving $1.97 million transferred while he operated without an Australian Financial Services Licence between 2017 and 2021. The matter is currently listed for sentencing in the Victorian County Court on 8 May 2026.

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