24 people arrested in illegal betting operation in Diyarbakır

A comprehensive investigation carried out by police teams in Diyarbakır into illegal online betting activities has been concluded. The Cybercrime Department of the General Directorate of Security, the Financial Crimes Investigation Board (MASAK), and the Diyarbakır Cybercrime Branch Directorate worked together to track down suspects who generated illegal income through various betting sites.

As a result of technical and financial surveillance, 24 suspects were identified who acted as intermediaries to move money from betting and virtual gambling games out of the system through various methods, and who converted the proceeds into crypto assets to transfer them abroad. The suspects were taken into custody during simultaneous operations.

The suspects, who were referred to the courthouse after their interrogations at the police station, were arrested by the magistrate on duty. Within the scope of the investigation, it was determined that a total of 6 billion 942 million 515 thousand 130 liras had been processed in the suspects' bank and cryptocurrency accounts. It is assessed that the money in question was obtained through illegal means and is part of a large network.

While officials stated that efforts against similar illegal betting networks are continuing without interruption, they advised citizens to be cautious against such activities and to report suspicious situations to law enforcement units.

News Source: 12punto