Francisco Joaquín de Borbón von Hardengberg

Francisco Joaquín de Borbón von Hardengberg, a 47-year-old aristocrat and son of the late Duke of Sevilla, has recently been implicated in a high-profile investigation related to money laundering for drug trafficking in Spain. A distant relative of former King Juan Carlos I, he was arrested in February 2024 for allegedly assisting a drug lord in laundering millions of euros. Known for his aristocratic lineage and ventures in entrepreneurship and philanthropy, Borbón has maintained a public image of sophistication and social engagement, which now stands in stark contrast to the serious criminal allegations against him.