Grammy-winning singer Shakira Faces 2nd tax investigation in Spain 

Shakira has been at the centre of a tax fraud case in Spain since last summer.

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A judge in Barcelona has opened a second investigation into tax fraud by Shakira, a court said on Thursday.

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She is reportedly awaiting a $16.2 million tax lawsuit from 2012 to 2014.

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A judge in the Barcelona suburb of Esplugues de Llobregat opened a second investigation in 2018 for two counts of tax fraud.

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Grammy-winning singer Shakira reiterated her innocence on Thursday.

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Through her public relations firm, Shakira has denied all allegations of tax fraud relating to the period 2012–2014.

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"Shakira has always defended acting in compliance with the law and under the guidance of the best tax experts," it said in a statement.

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"She is focused on her artistic life in Miami and remains calm and confident about a favorable resolution to her tax matters," he added.

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