Detectives from the Financial Crime Squad have arrested a man as part of an investigation into suspected fraudulent activity linked to the Geelong-based organization genU.
A warrant was executed at a residential address in Newtown this morning.
A 57-year-old Newtown man was interviewed by police and subsequently released pending further inquiries.
The investigation began in February 2023 after genU reported suspicious activity involving wrongful charges to their accounts.
The alleged fraudulent activity spans approximately five years and involves several million dollars.
Detectives have obtained financial and business records from genU, which are currently undergoing forensic assessment.
Investigators are seeking information from anyone who may have knowledge of the matter or those responsible.
Anyone with information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers at 1800 333 000 or make a confidential report at www.crimestoppersvic.com.au.
