Police in Brazil have arrested four individuals accused of being involved in a money laundering operation that handled R$ 15 million over two years, using scams in an educational platform.
In a significant operation led by the Civil Police of the Federal District, four individuals were arrested on Tuesday for their involvement in a criminal organization specializing in money laundering. This group is estimated to have moved R$ 15 million in the last two years, with investigators uncovering various methods employed by the criminals. Notably, they conducted scams via an educational platform, which reportedly resulted in a loss of around R$ 1 million to victims.
The operation led to the confiscation of various assets, including cars, motorcycles, computer units, cash, and recently signed land deeds. The police also discovered passwords to cryptocurrency wallets during their search. This multifaceted approach reflects the intricate nature of the money laundering schemes, as they expand beyond traditional methods to incorporate modern technology and platforms.
Conducted with support from law enforcement agencies in São Paulo, Goiás, and Minas Gerais, the operation executed five arrest warrants and four search and seizure warrants across several cities, including Sertãozinho, Contagem, Aparecida de Goiânia, and Trindade. The investigations, which are being coordinated by the Division of Falsifications and Fraud of Brasília, highlight the ongoing challenges law enforcement faces in combating such expansive criminal activities across state lines.
