Paybull seized in illegal betting investigation
In an investigation into the laundering of illegal betting proceeds involving the electronic money institution Paybull AŞ, 25 people were detained during simultaneous operations conducted across nine provinces.
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According to the statement from the Istanbul Chief Public Prosecutor's Office, the Bureau of Investigation for the Prevention of Terrorism Financing and Money Laundering has launched a comprehensive investigation into Paybull Elektronik Para ve Ödeme Hizmetleri AŞ and company officials regarding the laundering of illegal betting proceeds.
The prosecutor's office stated that, in line with findings from Central Bank audits and MASAK analysis reports, simultaneous operations were carried out in Istanbul, Tekirdağ, Zonguldak, Ankara, İzmir, Balıkesir, Bitlis, Sinop, and Mersin, resulting in the detention of a total of 25 suspects.
The statement noted that searches were conducted at the addresses and seizure procedures were implemented. It was further stated that, in order to ensure the investigation is conducted properly and to protect evidence, Paybull AŞ and Lezzona Gıda AŞ, along with assets determined to have been acquired after the date of the crime, have been seized in accordance with the decision of the Istanbul 9th Criminal Court of Peace.