French Healer Faces Legal Trouble Over Hidden Earnings and Lavish Wealth
Daniel Moulinet, a 77-year-old healer, is accused of unreported income and money laundering after amassing significant wealth from decades of spiritual healing practices.
- Daniel Moulinet, a retired viticulturist turned healer, is on trial in Saintes, France, for alleged tax evasion, unreported work, and money laundering.
- Authorities discovered luxury cars, gold bars, and over €1.5 million in bank accounts during a 2023 investigation prompted by an anonymous tip.
- Moulinet conducted more than 9,000 healing sessions over two years, receiving payments in cash, checks, or goods, but failed to declare any income to tax authorities.
- The prosecution has requested a four-year sentence, including one year of house arrest, as well as fines, repayment of €569,000 in taxes, and confiscation of assets worth €750,000.
- The court will deliver its verdict on February 27, 2025, with Moulinet expressing willingness to settle his tax debts immediately.
Sud Ouest 