Prosecutors Move to Dismiss Shakira Tax Fraud Investigation Months After Singer Settles 1st Case
There’s been a huge update in an investigation involving Shakira‘s taxes in Spain.
If you forgot, the 47-year-old “Hips Don’t Lie” singer was accused of owing Spain millions in unpaid taxes. She has denied any wrongdoing in the situation.
In November 2023, Shakira reached a settlement with the courts over alleged taxes from between 2012 and 2014. She was given a suspended three-year sentence and fined approximately $7.6 million.
However, there was a second investigation into her 2018 taxes that was still ongoing. On Wednesday (May 6), Spanish prosecutors took steps to have the investigation dismissed.
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According to reporting by AP, the prosecutors told a judge that “there is not sufficient evidence” of wrongdoing. The final decision is up to the judge, who can dismiss the investigation or take it to court for a trial.
Shakira continues to maintain her innocence in the situation. In November, she issued a statement explaining why she decided to settle the first case instead of fighting it in court.
She also explained why she fought the charges so long before accepting a plea deal.