Congolese Rapper Gims Arrested in Paris in Money Laundering Investigation. Paris, France — Congolese rapper Gims, known for his stage name Gandhi Djuna, was arrested upon his arrival in Paris on Wednesday, as reported by Africa Intelligence.
The singer is being investigated for his alleged involvement in a money laundering scheme that spans multiple countries.
The National Judicial Customs Service detained Gims at Roissy — Charles de Gaulle airport, according to Africa Intelligence.
The investigation centers on a complex money laundering network involving several shell companies established in different countries. These firms are accused of evading French taxes, issuing fake invoices, laundering money from illegal activities, and hiding the origin of the funds.
Five former drug traffickers from the Paris region, now engaged in financial crime, have been implicated in the case, Africa Intelligence disclosed.
The investigation is also focusing on a significant luxury real estate project promoted by Gims in Marrakech. Last year, Gims topped the list of the biggest-selling recording artists in France.
No official statements have been released regarding the specifics of the charges against Gims or the ongoing investigation.
The singer’s representatives have not yet commented on the matter.
The arrest of Gims has sparked discussions about the intersection of music and financial crime, particularly concerning high — profile entertainers.
However, the details of the investigation remain under wraps, and further information is expected to emerge as the case progresses.
