Former Finance Manager Convicted in Ponzi Scheme Targeting Japanese Community
A former financial adviser has been found guilty of fraud charges following a four-year SFO investigation into a Ponzi scheme.
What we do
About the SFO →The Serious Fraud Office (SFO) is the lead law enforcement agency for investigating and prosecuting serious or complex fraud, including bribery and corruption.
We work alongside government agencies, regulators, and international partners to detect, disrupt, and deter the most harmful financial offending that threatens public trust and New Zealand's economy.
Report serious fraud and corruption
Anyone can report suspected serious fraud or corruption to us. Reports can be made confidentially. We assess every report received.
Make a report →Advisory
Report Foreign Bribery
Know what to look for. Understand your obligations and how to respond if you suspect foreign bribery.
Read the guidance →Media releases
View all media releases →Court of Appeal Decision for CBL Insurance Case
The Court of Appeal has issued its decision in the CBL Insurance matter, upholding the conviction and sentence.
SFO and Commerce Commission Memorandum of Understanding Signed
A formal agreement to share intelligence and co-ordinate enforcement activity on complex cases has been formalised.
Guilty Pleas in Corruption Case Involving Medical Equipment Supply
Two individuals have entered guilty pleas to bribery charges connected to a multi-million dollar public health contract.
Strategic areas of focus
View our strategy →Fraud in high-risk sectors
Targeting fraud in sectors where serious financial crime poses the greatest risk to public trust and market integrity.
Learn more →Bribery and corruption
Investigating domestic and foreign bribery to protect New Zealand's reputation as a transparent, low-corruption nation.
Learn more →Emerging financial crime
Adapting our approach to address fraud enabled by new technologies, digital assets, and evolving financial markets.
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