The businessman was held at his home worth several million euros in London.
The 58-year-old oligarch is suspected of money laundering, intent to defraud the Interior Ministry and perjury.
A 35-year-old businessman has been arrested on money laundering charges.
The man also thwarted the police officer by trying to escape with a wad of cash.
The third man, aged 39, was detained at his home in central London on suspicion of possible money laundering and fraud. This man is the ex-boyfriend of the 35-year-old’s girlfriend.
The businessman’s residence was raided by 50 law enforcement officers. Numerous digital devices and a significant amount of cash were seized. The purpose of the investigation is to disrupt the activities of corrupt international companies.
All three arrested were released on bail.