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Dirty Money Hiding in Plain Sight | Leicester News
Dirty money is flooding UK high streets through hairdressers, barbers, beauty salons, and convenience stores — a shocking new study reveals these cash-heavy businesses are being weaponized to hide billions in criminal proceeds. With lifespans as short as five months and numbers skyrocketing by 340% since 2016, the operation is more organized and resilient than current laws can catch. One Cardiff street alone hosted 119 suspect firms, while a single London address linked to 17 beauty shops. Generic names and rapid turnover make tracking nearly impossible. Experts estimate £300–£464 million…
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