Popstar Shakira reaches deal with prosecutors on first day of tax fraud trial

20 November 2023, 10:14

Shakira arriving at court
Spain Shakira Taxes. Picture: PA

The Colombian singer had faced six counts of failing to pay the Spanish government around £12.7 million in taxes.

Popstar Shakira has agreed to a deal with Spanish authorities on the first day of her tax fraud trial in Barcelona.

Shakira told the presiding judge that she had accepted the agreement reached with prosecutors.

The Colombian singer faced six counts of failing to pay the Spanish government 14.5 million euro (about £12.7 million) in taxes between 2012 and 2014.

By Press Association

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