Two people have been arrested by detectives investigating alleged activities at a fertility clinic in Belfast.
A man and woman, both in their 40s, were arrested on Monday on suspicion of a number of offences including money laundering.
The investigation is centred on a fertility clinic in the Lisburn Road area.
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PSNI Chief Inspector Ian Wilson from the police's Economic Crime Unit said: "The man and woman remain in custody at this time and are assisting police detectives with their enquiries.
"These arrests were made in relation to several offences including money laundering, breaches of the Medicines Act and fraud-related matters.
"This investigation is complex, sensitive and remains ongoing."
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