Shakirah may face eight years in prison for tax evasion

Colombian singer, Shakira may face eight years in prison as Spanish prosecutors have stated that they would seek a prison sentence of more than eight years against her, after she rejected a plea deal on accusations of tax evasion.

The prosecutors also demand a fine of nearly 24 million euros ($24.5 million) from the star. The only prosecuters, have alleged that Shakira
Is guilty of defrauding the Spanish tax office out of 14.5 million euros on income earned between 2012 and 2014.

However, Shakira rejected a plea deal on Wednesday, stating that she “absolutely certain of her innocence” and had decided to let the case go to court, “confident” that her innocence would be proven.

Lawyers for Shakira say an agreement remains possible until the start of any trial.

Prosecutors have claimed that Shakira moved to Spain in 2011 when her relationship with FC Barcelona defender Gerard Pique became public but maintained official tax residency in the Bahamas until 2015.

The couple announced their separation in June. On Wednesday, the star condemned federal government, stating that their actions were a “complete violation of her rights” and “abusive methods” carried out by the prosecutor’s office.