A large-scale operation against illegal betting in 32 provinces of Turkey has resulted in the detention of 116 suspects.
According to DHA news agency, the illegal betting sites managed by the suspects processed transactions worth approximately 40 billion lira over the past 10 years.
Technical and physical surveillance lasting 18 months led to charges under "organizing illegal betting" and "forming a criminal organization."
Investigations covering 2016-2026 identified two illegal betting websites. The platforms were used to establish a criminal network.
In a synchronized operation, 116 out of 140 suspects were detained. 12 suspects abroad are still being sought.
Searches seized digital equipment and large amounts of cash suspected to be crime proceeds.
