In a simultaneous operation across 19 provinces centered in Nevşehir, 41 of 45 suspects with arrest warrants were detained. The investigation revealed that the gang defrauded many people online by offering interest-free loans, product sales, and investment promises.
The first complaint came from a person who was defrauded of 1,255,900 lira through an interest-free loan advertisement on social media. Further examinations identified three more victims defrauded using the same method involving product sales and investment promises.
Approximately 120 Million Lira Fraud
The investigation showed that the gang defrauded many people nationwide using the same methods, totaling around 120 million lira. It was determined that the money was transferred to cryptocurrency exchanges via payment institutions and bank accounts, with attempts made to obscure the trail through cold wallets.
Examinations also revealed that the suspects purchased houses and vehicles with the illicit proceeds and led a luxurious lifestyle. Following these findings, the scope of the operation was expanded.
Simultaneous Raids on 52 Addresses
Under the instructions of the Nevşehir Chief Public Prosecutor's Office, simultaneous raids were conducted on 52 addresses not only in Nevşehir but also in Adana, Ankara, Antalya, Aydın, Balıkesir, Batman, Bursa, Düzce, Gaziantep, Istanbul, İzmir, Kocaeli, Manisa, Mardin, Mersin, Osmaniye, Tokat, and Van. Suspects caught in other provinces were later taken to Nevşehir.
After processing at the police station, 17 of the 41 suspects were arrested following their referral to the courthouse. Judicial control measures were imposed on 12 individuals, while a total of 24 suspects were released.
Efforts continue to apprehend four fugitives.
