André Laurent
André Laurent, a Swiss-French dual citizen, gained notoriety after evading U.S. authorities for 26 years following his alleged involvement in a multi-million dollar stock fraud scheme during the 1990s. He was arrested in Bari, Italy, while attempting to sail a catamaran, leading to revelations about his past life that included claims of innocence, a luxurious hidden lifestyle, and a family he raised while living under the radar. Despite being implicated in a significant financial scandal, Laurent maintains that he was unaware of any fraudulent activities associated with his former associates at Kensington Wells, a firm implicated in the fraudulent practices that inspired the film 'The Wolf of Wall Street.'
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André Laurent is a Swiss-French dual citizen who has been hiding from US authorities for 26 years after being accused of a multi-million dollar securities fraud.
Wie sich ein Genfer seit 26 Jahren vor US-Ermittlern versteckt
Switzerland· 2026-03-01
