Operation Desfortuna Targets Illegal Online Betting Promotion in Brazil

Brazil, August 12, 2025 – www.zonadeazar.com – Operation Desfortuna, led by Rio de Janeiro’s Organized Crime and Money Laundering Division (DCOC-LD), is investigating 15 digital influencers accused of promoting illegal sports betting and online gaming platforms. Police say they moved BRL 40 million over the past two years.

Operation Scope

Authorities executed 31 search warrants across Rio de Janeiro, Minas Gerais, and São Paulo. The investigation covers fraud, deceptive advertising, scams, and money laundering.
Financial Intelligence Reports from COAF revealed suspicious transactions exceeding BRL 4.5 billion.

How the Scheme Worked

  • Illegal platforms with no audits or guaranteed payouts
  • Influencers acting as the “advertising arm” of the scheme
  • Payments via fixed publication packages or commissions from follower losses
  • Use of unregulated fintechs and payment intermediaries to hide funds

Expected Impact

Police believe the operation could curb illegal online gambling activity, exposing both promoters and payment processors behind the schemes.

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