Dutch authorities extradite Harry Leijdekkers from Turkey to face drug money laundering charges

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Harry L., brother of wanted criminal Jos Leijdekkers, has been extradited from Turkey to the Netherlands to face charges of laundering drug money. The Public Prosecution Service states Harry L. is accused of facilitating millions in cash transfers and purchasing significant amounts of gold, linked to large-scale international drug trafficking. He was arrested in Istanbul on May 17 and will appear before a judge. His younger brother, Jos "Bolle Jos" Leijdekkers, remains at large and is wanted in Europe.


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