30.06.2026 08:11
In an illegal betting operation organized in 9 provinces centered in Istanbul, 32 companies with a transaction volume reaching 30 billion liras were seized, while 37 suspects were arrested.
In an illegal gambling operation conducted across 9 provinces centered in Istanbul, 32 companies with a transaction volume of 30 billion lira were seized, and 37 suspects were apprehended.
Within the scope of studies coordinated by the Istanbul Chief Public Prosecutor's Office, carried out by the Istanbul Police Department's Financial Crimes Branch Directorate, based on findings from financial analysis reports prepared by MASAK, bank transactions, and technical and physical surveillance, it was determined that there was an organized network of activities aimed at introducing, laundering, and transferring abroad proceeds of crime believed to be derived from illegal gambling and betting activities. In this context, a detailed financial investigation was conducted into companies identified as having engaged in intensive and organized money transfers with each other.
30 BILLION LIRA TRANSACTION VOLUME
In the financial analyses conducted, it was determined that the transaction volume of the companies subject to the investigation reached approximately 30 billion TL, and that this transaction volume was inconsistent with the declared commercial activities of the individuals and companies examined.
Based on MASAK reports, bank records, digital examinations, communication records, statement contents, and other evidence, a simultaneous operation was carried out to apprehend suspects identified as being connected to the activities under investigation.
32 COMPANIES SEIZED
In a simultaneous operation conducted at addresses identified in Istanbul-centered provinces of Ankara, Gaziantep, Hatay, Izmir, Kilis, Kirklareli, Kocaeli, and Tokat, 37 suspects were apprehended and taken into custody. Applying judicial measures on assets considered to be proceeds of crime, 19 residences, 9 plots of land, 1 workplace, 31 motor vehicles, and 32 companies were seized. It was reported that proceedings against the suspects continue.