RIYADH: An official source in the Public Prosecution stated that the Saudi Economic Crimes Prosecution completed its investigation with an Asian national on charges of money laundering. The Asian expatriate was found in possession of SR500,000 ($133,000). He concealed the money inside a suitcase while trying to leave the country through an air exit point. The verification of the source of money revealed that it is the result of crimes and breaches of several regulations. The source clarified that the expatriate was arrested and referred to the competent court, and evidence was presented for legal action to be taken. The source also stressed that the Public Prosecution is determined to start the criminal proceedings and protect the finances. Moreover, it will take stringent punitive measures against those who violate laws and regulations and undermine the country’s financial and economic security.