Erzurum Cumhuriyet Başsavcılığı, in coordination with Erzurum Police Department Cyber Crimes and Intelligence Branch Directorates, has initiated an investigation into the crime of illegal gambling. Over the course of three months, the police conducted physical and technical surveillance on individuals who obtained a large number of bank accounts, leading to the discovery of illegal gambling activities.
The police identified a total of 276,064,578 Turkish lira in transactions in the identified accounts, and subsequently launched simultaneous operations in various cities including Istanbul, Adana, Mersin, Bursa, Tekirdağ, Isparta, Antalya, Aydın, Eskişehir, and Ordu. A total of 37 suspects were arrested during the operations, during which a significant amount of digital materials, as well as bank accounts, credit cards, and ready-to-use SIM cards, were seized.
The arrested suspects in other cities were brought to Erzurum for further questioning and legal proceedings. The operation marks a significant crackdown on illegal gambling activities and aims to dismantle the criminal networks involved in such illegal activities. The authorities are continuing their efforts to identify and apprehend all individuals involved in the operation of illegal gambling rings across the country.
Illegal gambling has been a persistent issue in Turkey, with criminal organizations often exploiting loopholes in the legal system to operate underground gambling operations. The recent crackdown in Erzurum is a part of the ongoing efforts by law enforcement agencies to combat illegal gambling activities and ensure the safety and security of the public.
The successful operation in Erzurum is a testament to the dedication and commitment of law enforcement agencies in Turkey to uphold the rule of law and protect the citizens from the harmful effects of illegal gambling. Authorities are urging the public to report any suspicious activities related to illegal gambling to help in the ongoing efforts to root out such criminal activities. The crackdown on illegal gambling is expected to continue across the country, with authorities working tirelessly to dismantle criminal networks involved in such activities.
The investigation into illegal gambling activities in Erzurum is ongoing, with authorities gathering further evidence and conducting interviews with the arrested suspects. The crackdown on illegal gambling is part of a broader effort by law enforcement agencies to combat organized crime and ensure the safety and security of the public. The authorities are determined to root out illegal gambling activities and hold those involved accountable for their actions.
