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Lawyer Accused of Defrauding Charity of NT$1 Billion, 158kg of Gold Seized from Home; Detained and Barred from Communication

From Liberty Times · () Chinese

Translated from Chinese, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • A lawyer, Chen Yuxuan, who previously chaired the Changhua Bar Association, is accused of defrauding the Tsz Ki Foundation of $30 million USD.
  • She allegedly exploited the foundation's urgent need for 5 million BNT vaccine doses during the 2021 pandemic, claiming to have procurement channels.
  • Authorities seized 158 kilograms of gold from her residence, along with luxury items, as part of the investigation.

A former chairperson of the Changhua Bar Association, lawyer Chen Yuxuan, faces serious charges for allegedly defrauding the Tsz Ki Foundation of approximately NT$1.06 billion (US$30 million).

The alleged fraud occurred in 2021, during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic. Chen is accused of exploiting the Tsz Ki Foundation's urgent need to procure 5 million doses of the BNT vaccine. She reportedly colluded with others, including Li Yiru, to falsely claim they possessed the necessary channels to acquire the vaccines.

During a search of Chen's residence, authorities discovered a significant cache of 158 kilograms of gold. The seizure also included luxury vehicles and other high-value assets, suggesting a lavish lifestyle.

Chen Yuxuan has been detained and is subject to a travel ban and communication restrictions as the investigation continues. The case highlights the potential for exploitation during times of crisis and the severe consequences for those involved in fraudulent activities.

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Originally published by Liberty Times in Chinese. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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