Shakira Photo Credit: Andrew Kelly

Spanish prosecutors have dropped a tax evasion case against pop sensation Shakira, citing a lack of evidence in their investigation.

The case, which began in July, alleged that Shakira evaded taxes worth 6.6 million euros in 2018 through the use of offshore companies and tax havens. Hollywood Reporter.

However, after a thorough investigation, investigators concluded that there was not enough evidence to support criminal charges against the artist. Shakira’s legal team expressed satisfaction with the court’s decision, and stressed that it vindicates the singer from any allegations of fraudulent behavior. Defense lawyer Pau Molins highlighted the end of the “slander campaign” launched against Shakira by the tax authorities and confirmed that the court’s decision confirms her innocence.

Colombian artist Shakira leaves court in Barcelona, ​​Spain, Monday, Nov. 20, 2023. Spanish state prosecutors have recommended that an investigating judge halt the investigation into another alleged case of tax fraud by pop star Shakira. Photo Credit: Joan Mateu Parra

Despite this victory, Shakira still faces administrative challenges regarding her residence status in Spain, particularly in relation to the time she spent in the country in 2011. However, his legal representatives claim that he spent only 70 days in Spain that year, which is an underestimate. Limit for tax liability. This legal victory follows earlier tax disputes involving Shakira’s residence in Spain in 2012 and 2014.

Although initially facing the prospect of a lengthy trial and possible prison time, Shakira chose to settle the case by paying a fine totaling millions of euros. Shakira, who currently lives in Miami with her two children, has continued her music career despite facing legal challenges. His former teammate Gerard Pique also faced tax issues in Spain.