Chapter 10 - Watching corrupt corporate executives panic as federal forensic accountants freeze offshore bank accounts tied to illegal operations today.
By noon, news of the federal raid on Vance Logistics was broadcasting live across major American financial news networks.
Red banners flashed across television screens: "Major American Shipping Firm Raided in Federal Fraud and Extortion Investigation!"
In the company's financial department, forensic accountants systematically locked down all electronic fund transfer systems across thirty countries.
Over forty million dollars in illicit offshore accounts in the Cayman Islands were frozen by emergency court order within hours.
Julian, sitting in his federal holding cell, watched the news broadcast on a small television in the hallway with growing horror.
His high-priced defense attorney walked into the visitor room, shaking his head with an expression of utter defeat and helplessness.
"Julian, the Department of Justice just added wire fraud, smuggling, and treason charges to your docket," the lawyer reported flatly.
"Can't you get me out on bail?! Use the Swiss account!" Julian shrieked, rattling his steel handcuffs against the metal table.
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"The Swiss accounts were frozen twenty minutes ago; you have zero liquid assets, and I am officially withdrawing as your counsel," the attorney stated.
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